KOFTA Committee Minutes

Last up dated 14/12/2011

INAUGURAL- Sunday 16/02/03 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

29/03/03 Rutherglen Glencairn club Glasgow

11/05/03 Wee Cooper Glenrothes

07/06/03 Rutherglen Glencairn club Glasgow

03/08/2003 Oast House Glenrothes

18/01/2004 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

A.G.M - 25/04/2004 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

14 November 2004 C.I.S.W.O. club  Glenrothes

16th January 2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

13th February 2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

A.G.M - 10/04/2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

14th August 2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

11th September 2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

02nd October 2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

13th November 2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

29th January 2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

12th February 2006 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

12th March 2006 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

A.G.M - 30/04/2006 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

11th June 2006 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

13th August 2006 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

10 September 2006 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

15th October 2006 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

3rd December 2006 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

11th February 2007 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

11th March 2007 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

A.G.M - 16/04/2007 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

13th May 2007 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

12th August 2007 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

16th September 2007 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

14th October 2007 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

4th November 2007 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

9th December 2007 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

13th January  2008 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

10th February 2008 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

9th March 2008 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

13th April 2008 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

18th May 2008 AGM C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

10th August 2008 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

14th September 2008 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

12th October 2008 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

7th December 2008 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

8th February 2009 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

8th March 2009 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

19th April 2009 AGM C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

9th August 2009 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

13th September 2009 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

11th October 2009 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

8th November 2009 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

21st February  2010 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

14th March 2010 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

9th April 2010 AGM C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

13th June 2010 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

8th August 2010 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

12th September 2010 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

17th October 2010 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

21st November 2010 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

 12th December 2010 C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

9th January 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

13th February 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

10th April 2011 AGM C.I.S.W.O club Glenrothes

8th May 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

19th June 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

10th July 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

14th August 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

11th September 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

16th October 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

13th November 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

11th December 2011 C.I.S.W.O. club Clenrothes

KoFTA Monthly Meeting

12.00pm on Sunday 11th December 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes 

 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman John Strachan at 12.11.

In attendance (12 members)

John Strachan snr., John Callaghan, Adam Wood, Stan Sommers, James Black, Dougie Swindells, Ian Speed, John Thornton, John Sibbald, Dave McIntyre, Gerry McTague and David Yeats

Apologies (2 members)

Craig Muir and Ronnie Savickis

Approval of Minutes

The minutes were read from the November 13^th meeting by John Strachan (Chairman).

During the reading Jim Black highlighted that with regards to the discussion, at the last meeting, about arranging trip to a Premier League game it would be better for the club to send a letter to Newcastle FC as that way we were more likely to get seats that were grouped together.

Minutes proposed as true record by John Thornton and seconded by Dougie Swindells

Friendlies

Slovenia V Scotland – Wednesday February 29^th 2012

It looks like there are only flights into one city and then supporters will have to take a train from there to the game.

Gerry McTague advised that some members are interested in going to the game and are currently checking up on flight details and costs.

Flights will probably be from Gatwick or Stansted 

Another option is to go via Zagreb in Croatia and then on to the game. The Croatian Tartan Army representative is trying to arrange a party in Zagreb before the game.

Anybody interested in going to the game should advise the committee and we will try to put them in touch with others who are interested in going   
 

World Cup Qualifier games

Buses will be organized as normal for the Serbia and Macedonia home matches on Saturday September, 9^th and Tuesday September, 11^th 2012 – Times and pick-up points will be advised nearer the time. 
 

Following our request for names of those interested in going to the Wales away game we have only received a response from the 4 members in Leven. It is believed that the Cowdenbeath members are making their own arrangements.

Gerry McTague advised that there was a train between Edinburgh and Cardiff but that it cost around £140.00. He and Ian Speed also advised that there was a member of the tartan Army who was arranging a train which it was hoped would cost around about half this price but people using this would have to make their own way to Glasgow to catch the train.

After the Wales game members may wish to go on to the Belgium Away match and there is a train from Cardiff to Brussels for those wishing to go on from the Wales game. For those wishing to travel to Belgium from Scotland there is a train from Edinburgh to Brussels. 
 

We need to know as soon as possible how many members wish to go to the Wales Game and whether they want to just go one way and then make their own way to Brussels or make a return trip.

Please pass this on to other members if they do not have access to these minutes.  
 

Social Events

Annual Dance           

Chairman is still trying to see if it is possible to arrange the dance for March 24^th 2012 as CISWO did not have an up to date diary available when he last checked. The band will be sorted nearer the time as we are waiting on some feedback from the resident band at the CISWO  
 

Children’s Xmas Party

The annual Xmas part will be held in the CISWO today and it is hoped that everyone will enjoy themselves.  
 

A.O.B

There was no other business.

Next meeting  

The next meeting will take place at the CISWO on January 8^th , 2012 at 13.00 n

Meeting closed at 12.36

 

 

KoFTA Monthly Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 13th November 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes 

 
 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman John Strachan at 13.10.

In attendance (9 members)

John Strachan snr., John Callaghan, Adam Wood, James Black, Dougie Swindells, Ian Speed, John Thornton, John Will and David McDaid

Apologies (7 members)

Stan Sommers, George Brown, Tony Travinsk, John Strachan jnr., Gerry McTague, John Sibbald and Ronnie Savickis

Approval of Minutes

As not enough members turned up on October 16^th to hold the monthly meeting, as planned, the minutes were read from the September 11^th meeting by John Strachan (Chairman).

Minutes proposed as true record by John Thornton and seconded by Dougie Swindells

During the reading of the minutes the chairman apologized for there not being a meeting on October 16^th due to some members still returning / recovering from away match in Spain

Xmas Party

Would all members check to ensure that they have sent in their applications for the party. Lists will be put on the website and Google group and it is the responsibility for each member to ensure that the forms have been received. If in doubt please contact one of the committee members’ 

Qualifiers

Chairman asked for feedback on the trips to Liechtenstein and Spain.

The consensus was that they were on the whole very enjoyable with the following minor hiccups

1. Lichtenstein – Cameras were confiscated but SFA acted to resolve the problem and they were returned to the owners
2. Spain – there was a lost / stolen phone and one member had their mascot stolen.

The were no club representatives at the Cyprus game  
 

World Cup Qualifier games

The dates for these matches have still to be arranged and we now believe that they will be decided on November 23^rd.   Due to the fact that Croatia and Serbia appear to riendly be unable to resolve their problems it looks like FIFA will set the dates. According to the Tartan Army website it looks like there will be a match in August but as yet it is unknown if this will be a qualifying game or just a friendly.

There is also the possibility of a friendly match with Slovenia in February.

There is the feeling that there may be a double header during the qualifiers with two of the following Macedonia/Serbia/Croatia. 
 

As there is the possibility of a weekend match against Wales the club may look at the possibility of putting on a bus.

Would members who plan to go to the game please advise the committee if they are making their own way there or if they would be interested in travelling in a club bus (please pass this information on to any club members who may not have access to these minutes)

The arrangement for the bus will depend on the day that the match is arranged for e.g. during week or at weekend.

If the dates are fixed by November 23^rd then we need to know members plans by November 27^th so that the committee can hold a special meeting to decide whether to arrange a bus and possibly hotels. It is important that we get these booked as soon as possible before the best options are taken up by other supporters. 
 

It was also brought to the clubs attention by David McDaid that there was a concern whether some members would have enough points to get tickets for the game as they had lost points at the Cyprus game but it was pointed out by the Chairman that most supporters were in the same situation as there were not many at the game and so threshold may be lowered.

There was also concern that it may be hard to get tickets for the Belgium game as it will be very popular, however it was felt that the size of the away stadiums in our group are of reasonable size to get good ticket allocations. 
 

It was agreed that the committee would discuss each home game on its merits but the consensus of those present was that where possible we would go to the Glencairn club as the atmosphere was a lot better the last time.      
 

Social Events

Annual Dance           

As March 17^th did not seem to suit members the committee will try to see if it is possible to arrange the dance for March 24^th instead. The band will be sorted nearer the time as we are waiting on some feedback from the resident band at the CISWO  
 

Children’s Xmas Party

The annual Xmas part will be held in the CISWO on Sunday, December 11^th 2011

Kerry’s Disco has been booked

As stated before please ensure that your forms have been received and please arrange to bring the presents along in time to allow the committee to get them in Santa’s sack.

Remember that till receipts will have to be provided to get your money back for the gifts (maximum £15 per gift)

The monthly meeting also falls on December 11^th and therefore the meeting will be brought forward to 12 noon on that day so presents can be handed in then. 
 

A.O.B

John Wills advised that the Golf outing went ahead as planned and was a great success and there are plans to have another in May / June. John advised that there are still some trophies left over which will be used for this. 
 

It was also discussed as to what events we should try to arrange for next year and the following options were brought up

1. Arrange a visit to a English Premier League game – Jim Black advised that he had a contact who may be able to help get tickets for Newcastle games
2. Day at the races
3. St Andrews Night (2012)
4. Burns Night

 
 

Any other ideas would be appreciated  
 

Next meeting  

The next meeting will take place at the CISWO on December 11^th , 2011 at 12.00 noon

Meeting closed at 13.45

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KoFTA Monthly Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 16th October 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes 
 

Cancelled

 

KoFTA Monthly Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 11th September 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes 
 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman John Strachan at 13.04.

In attendance (13 members)

John Strachan snr.,  John Callaghan, Stan Sommers, Adam Wood, James Black, Dave McIntyre, George Brown, Dougie Swindells, Ian Speed, Craig Muir, John Thornton, Fiona Savickis and David McDaid 

Apologies (7 members)

Gary Sommers, John Will, Dave McNaughton, David Yeats, Gerry McTague, John Sibbald and Ronnie Savickis

Approval of Minutes

The minutes were read from the August 14^th meeting by John Strachan (Chairman).

Minutes proposed as true record by Dougie Swindells and seconded by John Thornton

During the reading of the minutes the chairman advised that due to the fact that we did not have a representative at the ATAC meeting we were unable to bring up the points regarding the ATAC 11-a-side that we discussed at the last meeting. However, the club secretary advised that the last meeting was the ATAC annual general meeting and the subject would not have been able to be brought up anyway.

Following on from the complaint at last month’s meeting about the driver of the bus at the Denmark game Stan advised that he had been in touch with the bus company and they advised that their driver was in the wrong and we would not get him again. Stan also asked them if we needed to advise of the stops on the way home from a game and they said we did not

 

Qualifiers

Chairman advised opened discussion on the recent home games and the following points arose

On the late bus for the Lithuanian game there were only 17 passengers – 4 people were picked up from the Dixon Arms, who were not on the list because on all the lists we had they were down for the early bus. One person missed collection at Cowdenbeath.

Craig Muir suggested that for the next home game, where an “early” bus was involved, that the bus go direct to Hampden and then members can decide if they want to go into the town center or stay in the local area. It was decided that a vote would be taken before the next midweek home game but for the next Saturday home game it was decided that we would continue to go to the Rutherglen Club as there are new people running it and they seem to be making an improvement to the atmosphere. 
 

For the Liechtenstein game on the 8^th October and Spain game on 11^th October 2011 it was that most members who are going to the games are now booked up.

There is still some hope that more tickets for the Spain game will be released and that those with less than 4 points (current requirement) will be able to apply.

     
 

World Cup Qualifier games

The dates for these matches have still to be arranged and these should be announced at FIFA’s meeting on November 30^th 
 

Social Events

Annual Dance           

It has been highlighted by some members that the planned date of March 17^th, 2011 was not a good date due to other events which were taking place at that time and so the committee have agreed to try and find a more suitable date.

It was also highlighted that the cost of the band we had planned to hire had risen and it was decided that we should look for alternatives, one of which is the CISWO’s band, which would help us to keep the cost of the tickets down, especially if we can get more than 100 people to turn up the CISWO will supply the band for nothing.

It is also the intention to try and get the tickets available as early as possible to try and get a better turnout as the last dance was not well attended. If this does not work we may also look at inviting members from the Kirkcaldy and Dunfermline tartan armies to help make up the numbers.     
 

Golf Outing

Golf outing will be held at Thornton golf course on September, 17^th 201

There is still 7 places available and anyone interested should contact George Brown or one of the committee who will pass the details on to George  
 

Children’s Xmas Party

The annual Xmas part will be held in the CISWO on Sunday, December 11^th 2011

Kerry’s Disco has been provisionally booked

Forms were available at today’s meeting and will be available at the next meeting, or you can contact a committee member.

We may also try to put the on line. 

The monthly meeting also falls on December 11^th and therefore the meeting will be brought forward to 12noon on that day. 
 

Drink

Stan advised that one of the bus drivers had complained about alcohol being on the bus and all members should remember that there should be NO drink taken on the club buses, whether it is being drunk or not as the club could face a £1000 fine. - Hip flasks will not be allowed as well as bottles etc.

Stan managed to assure the bus company that we had no problems in the past and we have had to give guarantees for the future. Remember these buses have CCTV and the drivers can see if anything is being consumed.

We will post a notice on the club website advising that alcohol will not be tolerated on our buses – we have been stopped before by the police on the way to games so please take this as a warning.

If Moffat and Williamson bar us then we will struggle to get another company to take us to games.      
 

A.O.B

The chairman wished the 6 people who are going to the Spain or Liechtenstein games a good trip.

It was also suggested that in future for tournament it would help if match locations were decided in a shorter period than the current FIFA 60 day rule that applies as this would give supporters a better chance to get trips organized. 

Next meeting  

The next meeting will take place at the CISWO on October 16^th, 2011 at 1.00pm

Meeting closed at 13.38

 

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KoFTA Monthly Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 14th August 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes

KOFTA Minutes

August 14^th 2011, at CISWO

 
 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman John Strachan at 13.07.

In attendance (15 members)

John Strachan snr., John Callaghan, Adam Wood, John Will, James Black,  Ken McIntyre, Dave McIntyre, George Brown, Bert Ricks, Gerry McTague, Dougie Swindells, John Sibbald, Charlie Ewen, Bob Low and Jim Lowe

Apologies (5 members)

Stan Sommers, and Ronnie Savickis 
 

Approval of Minutes

The minutes were read from the July 10^th meeting by John Strachan (Chairman).

Minutes proposed as true records by Jim Black and seconded by Charlie Ewen

During the reading of the minutes a debate arose as to whether we should send out copies of Club rules and AGM minutes to all members by post

It was proposed by Jim Lowe that a vote be taken to decide if the decision taken on November 9^th 2009 be rescinded and this was seconded by Dave McIntyre.

The vote was taken and it was a unanimous decision that we would not send them out.

Provided information can be gathered on time a flyer will be produced for members on the buses going to  the Czech game

ATAC 11-a-side

Chairman advised that we had not taken part in the above but that it was hoped that our representative at next week’s meeting of ATAC would bring up the subject that we had not been given sufficient time to get a team pulled together due to the delay in the previous rounds game being played.

Scotland v Denmark – Wednesday 11^th August 2011

Some members and guests did not turn up mainly due to the weather and this has highlighted the fact that we need to ensure that we receive payment in advance from guests as if we do not we could end up losing monies.

It was stated that, as previously agreed, that all members are responsible for ensuring that their guests pay for their seat on the bus in advance. We do not plan to take payment on the day of the match.

Qualifiers 

Scotland V Czech Republic - Saturday, September 3^rd 2011- Bus full

We have booked both buses into the Rutherglen Social Club

One bus will leave Leven at 9.00 am and will come via Cadham and Balfarg to meet up with the other bus at the Glenrothes snooker club and then both buses will leave for Glasgow at 9.30 am

Please check with your pub rep. and on website in case of any changes and to confirm pick-up points.

At the meeting it was advised that due to the large number of people wishing to travel with us to the game one of the buses we had had to book was larger than normal and as a result it did not have a toilet. However after the meeting we discovered that as a result of some additional members names we were given we needed to increase that to two large buses and therefore neither will have a toilet.

It is hoped that due to the faster journey as a result of the new road and also the fact that we are leaving early that this will not be too much of an inconvenience 

We will also try to ensure that there is a toilet stop at the bridge if possible. 
 

Scotland V Lithuania - Tuesday, September 6^th 2011

There will be an early bus and a late bus for this game  

The early bus will leave from the Glenrothes snooker club at 1.30pm and is booked in to the West End Bar, Airdrie. At time of meeting there were only 1 or 2 seats left on this bus

The late bus will leave from the Glenrothes snooker club at 5.00pm. At time of writing there are about 30 seats left on this bus so please advise if you or your friends require to reserve a seat. 
 

Liechtenstein V Scotland – Saturday, October 8^th 2011 and Spain v Scotland- Tuesday October 11^th 2011

We understand that there are about 10 members going to the Liechtenstein game and about 30 to the Spain game.

If anyone wants more information on flights leaving from Prestwick for the Spain game Jim Black will be happy to advise and he is also willing to offer a lift to a couple of people if they are catching the same flight as he is. 
 

World Cup Qualifier games

The dates for these matches have still to be arranged and it is hoped that we will know them by the end of November. 

Social Events

Annual Dance           

The Annual dance has been delayed until March 17^th 2012.

The hall has been booked at the CISWO but, we have still to book the band and at present it is our intention to book the same band as performed at our last dance (Cousin Ken’s Nephews), as they were very popular with those who attended. The committee will also look into the possibility of laying on a buffet.

Tickets will be available as soon as possible after everything has been finalised. 
 

Golf Outing

Golf outing will be held at Thornton golf course on September, 17^th 2011

The fee will be £16.00 and members friends will also be able to take part for £16.00.

There will be two trophies which will be played for by club members but George Brown advised that some of the £16.00 entrance fees will be used to go towards individual prizes.

Further details can be found on the KOFTA website.  
 

Children’s Xmas Party

The annual Xmas part will be held in the CISWO on Sunday, December 11^th 2011

Forms should be available at the next meeting

The monthly meeting also falls on December 11^th and therefore the meeting will be brought forward to 12 noon on that day. 
 

New members

Club Secretary advised that he had received a request for membership from Shona Lynn and that she had the relevant two sponsors. There were no objections to Shona becoming a member although she has still to become a member of SSC and will have to wait until they open up the membership again.

The committee would like to welcome Shona to KOFTA   
 

A.O.B

John Will and George Brown advised that Stan was putting in a complaint against the driver of the bus for the Denmark game, as the driver refused to take members to the top of the town even although he was booked for 13 hours. The driver had also objected to waiting the normal 30 minutes after the game before leaving.

As a result of the fact he would not go to the top of the town two members had to get a taxi home and the committee has agreed to recompense them for this.      

Next meeting  

The next meeting will take place at the CISWO on September 11^th , 2011 at 1.00pm

Meeting closed at 14.05

 

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KoFTA Monthly Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 10th July 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes

 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman John Strachan at 13.09.

In attendance (9 members)

John Strachan snr., Adam Wood, Ian Speed, John Will, James Black, Fred Sutherland, Ken McIntyre, Dave McIntyre, and George Brown

Apologies (5 members)

John Callaghan, Gerry McTague, John Sibbald, Stan Sommers, and James Sutherland 

Approval of Minutes

The minutes were read from the June 19^th meeting by John Strachan (Chairman).

Minutes proposed as true records by Ian Speed and seconded by John Will

ATAC 11-a-side

Chairman advised that as far as we were aware we had had to withdraw from the tournament due too lack of players

However, he suggested that we wait on feedback from the Club Secretary, as we had not been given sufficient time to prepare for the match due to the time the two teams in the previous round had taken to organize their match.

Scotland v Denmark – Wednesday 11^th August 2011

So we can organize buses for this game and decide whether we need one of two buses it is important that we get names of those going to game asap.

There may be some extra seats left so it is important that members should let the committee know if any of their friends are interested in booking a seat.

Qualifiers 

As stated above we need to get names of those wanting to book seats on buses so we know whether to book one or two buses for each game.

We are still waiting to see if Club Secretary has booked the Rutherglen club for the Czech Republic game.

There will only be one departure time for this game, at present. 

We have still to decide if there will be more than one bus for the Lithuanian game and this will be subject to the numbers involved. If there is an early bus then it will be going to the pub in Airdrie.

It should be noted that subject to results it is possible that the Liechtenstein game could be the qualifier decider and if so we could have extra play-off games in November 2011  

Social Events

Chairman advised thet he has been looking at booking a hall for the annual dance at the end of September / early October and will give feedback at the next meeting if not before (possibly on Denmark game bus)

At present he has discussed the 23^rd September with the CISWO but we may have to supply our own band.  
 

A.O.B

George Brown brought up the fact that on November 9^th , 2009 it was agreed that a letter would be sent to all members with the club rules and AGM minutes and a tear of strip to be returned. This had not happened.

Following discussions it was agreed that we would try to generate a flyer to be issued to members on the buses in August and September. 

The flyer would consist or the following:

Club rule

AGM minutes

List of available merchandise with prices, sizes and colours (where applicable)

Dance details

Google group details

A tear-off strip on which the member would fill in the following:

Their current address,

e-mail address,

home phone number

mobile number. 
 

George Brown also advised that he was still willing to take orders for kilt socks but needed the £13.00 per pair in advance before placing the order

George is also going to check if we can still get embroidering done for free on fleeces

There was also a discussion about what T-shirts were available

Committee members emphasised that in future we would not be ordering merchandise unless we had confirmed orders for it as we did not want to be stuck with excess stock as we have with current stocks’   

Next meeting  

The next meeting will take place at the CISWO on August 14^th , 2011 at 1.00pm

Meeting closed at 13.31

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KoFTA Monthly Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 19th June 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes

 

KOFTA Minutes

June 19^th 2011, at CISWO

 
 

The meeting was called to order by Chairman John Stachan at 13.05.

In attendance

John Strachan snr., John Callaghan, Adam Wood, Gerry McTague, Ian Speed, John Will,  Dougie Swindells, Dave McNaughton, John Strachan jnr., John Thornton, David, Yeats, Dave McDaid, Robert Low, Derek Goodwin, James Black and Deek Gater

Apologies

John Sibbald, Stan Sommers, Ronnie Savickis and George Brown 
 

Approval of Minutes

The minutes were read from the May 8^th meeting by John Strachan (Chairman).

Minutes proposed as true records by Dave McNaughton and seconded by Dougie Swindells

Points which arose during above

a) John welcomed 2 new members – James Black and Derek Goodwin

b) John Will advised that the golf tournament had taken placed as planned but that only he and George Brown had turned up and it was decided to discuss further later in the meeting with regards to making this a regular event but hopefully with more members taking part.

Nations cup

Chairman asked if anyone had any feedback on Wales and ROI games and apart from general comments on the way Scotland played and the fact that Bob had become a TV star, there were no other topics brought up.

11-a-side

Chairman asked for update on team for next round match against Easta at Newtyle, near Dundee on Sunday, June 26^th 2011.

David McDaid and David Yeats advised that they were short of players due to other events that were happening next weekend so they asked for more volunteers and the Chairman said he would try to get in touch with Cowdenbeath members to see if any of them would be available to play.

Chairman is going to speak to CISWO to see if it is possible to hire their minibuses and he will also try to sort out drivers.

It was decided that bus would probably leave about 11:30 am on the day of the match and David advised that there would probably be a drink back at a pub in Newtyle after the match.

Scotland v Denmark

So we can organize buses for this game and decide whether we need one of two buses it is important that we get names of those going to game asap.

Got list of names from those present at meeting who wanted to go on bus, and will pass it on to Stan to check, as he already has some names but not all present were sure if he had theirs. Also took names for Czech Republic and Lithuania games.

Anyone who was not at today’s meeting but wants to book a seat on the bus for any of the above 3 games should contact one of the committee or their pub rep. NB it is important we get this information as soon as possible so that we can get buses booked.

Qualifiers 

As stated above we need to get names of those wanting to book seats on bus ao we know whether to book one or two buses for each game.

Qualifiers continued

A vote was taken as to whether we should book the Rutherglen club for the Czech Republic game and the unanimous decision was that the club secretary should go ahead and book it now to ensure that we can get in.

Quite a few people appear to have booked up for the away games and the chairman aack to Munich dvised that, after today’s meeting was over, Gerry McTague was going to speak to anyone else interested in going to the Liechtenstein game if they wanted any info. as to what he had organized.

At present there is no kick-off time agreed for the Liechtenstein game.

There have been some buses organized by supporters to run from Munich to the game and there may still be some seats left on them. As stated above the kick-off time is unknown so only information we have is that these buses will leave Munich as such a time as to get to the match venue 3 hours before the game starts and will come straight back to Munich after the game.    
 

Social Events

It was agreed that the committee would meet to agree when to book hall for annual dance etc.

It was also agreed, as discussed earlier, that the golf tournament would take place on a regular basis and John Will advised that it would take place twice per year and that we would try to get dates fixed earlier, so as to try and give people, who are interested in taking part, more time to make arrangements to attend. 
 

A.O.B

Letter of thanks from Sharon Main, for the donation that we had made towards her work in South Africa, was read out by Chairman.

John Will asked if club would pay for engraving of golf trophies and club chairman said that we would and it was also agreed that the trophies would be presented at the annual dance.

New member Jim Black asked about normal times of buses for games and he was advised of normal times with regards to whether we were going to Rutherglen club or Airdrie and also whether it was a Saturday game or mid-week game. 
 

Next meeting  

It was discussed whether we should have meeting in July and it was decided that, as the Denmark game was in August and it did not give us much time to get transport etc. organized, that the next meeting which will take place at the CISWO on July 10^th at 1.00pm

Meeting closed at 13.37

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KoFTA Monthly Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 8th May 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes

MINUTES

KoFTA Annual General Meeting

 12.30pm on Sunday 10^th April 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes

 

MINUTES

 

 

1.           Attendance and Apologies for absence.   Chairman John Strachan declared               the meeting open at 12.55pm.    Sixteen members attended the Annual General Meeting and there were seven apologies for absence.

                 

2.           Minutes of Annual General Meeting 9^th May 2010   Chairman John then read over the Minutes of the AGM of the 9^th May 2010.   These were proposed as a true record of the meeting by Stan Sommers and seconded by George Brown.   There were no matters arising from this meeting.

 

3.        Chairman’s Remarks    Chairman John then addressed the Meeting.   He 

        thanked all the members for their support during the year but did mention that

        he would like to see more members attend our Social Functions.   He particularly

        thanked the Treasurer, Stan Sommers and the Secretary, John Callaghan,  for all

        the hard work that they put in during the year, which made his job as Chairman

        run smoothly.

 

4.         Treasurer’s Report   Stan Sommers produced the annual Income and

            Expenditure Report, which indicated that the accounts were in a healthy

            condition.   Our membership dues had increased by £645 this year due to an

            increase in Membership.   However there has been a decrease in the monies      

            contributed by non-members as fewer have been allowed to travel on the buses

            as more seats were being filled by members.

           

He thanked the members who had assisted by selling the Scratch Cards on the

            Buses.

           

He also reported that the Annual Dance had made a loss of £229.   This was

            mainly due to the lack of support from members.   Although, those present at

            the meeting who had been at the Dance, confirmed that a great night was had

            by all.

           

The Children’s Party had cost £630, but he considered that it was money well

            spent to see all our young children and grandchildren enjoy themselves.

           

The Club gave a donation of £150 to a fellow foot soldier, who had been at

            the Sweden v Scotland game with his pregnant wife, when she gave birth

            prematurely and had to remain in Sweden for a number of weeks before

            getting home with her new baby.

            However, the Treasurer reported a healthy balance in the Bank but there

            will be at least three home games this year, and hopefully a further home

            game when we reach the Play Offs, which will use up a great deal of the   

            funds.

 

            Stan indicated that he would be taking names for the forthcoming home

            fixtures against Denmark on Wednesday 10^th August, against Czech

            Republic on Saturday 3^rd September and against Lithuania on Tuesday

            6^th September 2011.

 

            The Treasurer’s Report was proposed for adoption by Jim Lowe and seconded

            by Bert Ricks.   The report was adopted unanimously.

 

5.         Secretary’s Report    John Callaghan provided copies of his Annual Report. 

            John thanked all the members for the support he had received during an

enjoyable year as Secretary, and with a special thanks to the Committee for their assistance during the year.

 

            John reported that the Google Group was working well and had 32 of our

            members involved.   He has also started a KoFTA Facebook page which

already has 29 of our members on the page.   The Facebook Page is a secure    site that can only be accessed by members.   This is also being used as a

            medium in which to communicate with fellow members.   John stated

            that if there are members who wished to be included in the Google Group or

            the Facebook page, if they contact him he will arrange access.

 

            John continues to be an active member of the A.T.A.C. committee, and,

            although there has not been many meetings in the last year, the AGM and a

            SSC meeting are due soon.

 

            The Secretary’s Report was proposed for adoption by Stan Sommers and

            Seconded by Adam Wood.   The Report was adopted unanimously.

 

6.         Election of Office Bearers      Secretary John announced that Ronnie Savickis

            has indicated that he did not wish to stand for re-election as Minute Secretary

            due to his work commitments, which prevented him being available for the

            majority of our monthly meetings.   He indicated that he was more than

            willing to assist in any other way required.

 

            Adam Wood proposed the status quo for the positions of Chairman, Treasurer

            and Secretary.    Jenny Copeland seconded this.    There being no

            other proposals the offices were filled as follows:

 

                                    Chairman:       John Strachan

 

                                                Treasurer:        Stan Sommers

 

                                                Secretary:        John Callaghan

 

            Nominations were requested for the position of Minute Secretary and John

            Strachan proposed Adam Wood and this was seconded by John Thornton. 

           

There being no other nominations Adam Wood was elected to the position of

            Minute Secretary.

 

            Gerry McTague was re-elected as the KoFTA Website co-ordinator, and

             and he was congratulated on his efforts in obtaining the best deal for the Web

             Site provider.

           

            Pub Reps:  The following were elected as Pub/Area Reps and will form the

            the rest of the Committee for the forthcoming year:

 

            Snooker Club:             Gary Sommers and Dave McNaughton

            Wotherspoons:            Tam Allan

            Dixon Arms:               George Armstrong

            North Glenrothes:       John Will

            Cowdenbeath:             Craig Watson

 

7.         Other Business

     

            Home Games: It was agreed that enquiries be made to see if 

            Rutherglen Glencairn Football Club was available for us to attend on

            Saturday 3^rd September for the game v Czech Republic.

 

Social Functions:   The Annual Dance was again commented on as

            a successful evening and that should be continued.   Bert Ricks

            suggested that there should be more advertising, such as flyers on our

            buses to Home games.   The committee to take this on board and look

            into a date for later this year.

 

            George Brown informed the meeting that he was keen to organise a

            KoFTA Golf Tournament.   This was warmly accepted and George

            will put details on the Google Group and our Facebook page.

 

Sponsorship:    Dave McNaughton gave information about a friend of

his, Sharon Main, who is giving up her own time to go to South Africa to work in an Orphanage for 6 weeks to do Charity work.   She is looking for assistance through donations to allow her to carry out her work.    John Strachan proposed a donation of £150 and Dougie Swindells seconded this.  There were no dissenters and the proposal was carried.

 

KoFTA Merchandise: Stan informed the meeting that there were

still numerous items such as Polo Shirts, Fleeces, Mugs available for sale.   Stan will list these items and details will be place on the Google Group and the Facebook page to allow members to see what was available for sale.   Many items will be sold off at bargain prices. 

 

Jim Lowe also brought up the idea that some new items be purchased

as opposed to the usual items.   He suggested, though, that any items

ordered should be paid for in advance.   If anyone has any good ideas

for further KoFTA merchandise, they should contact a member of the 

Committee so that the matter could be considered.

     

8.         A.O.C.B.     There being no further business Chairman John closed the             

            meeting at 13.45hours.

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KoFTA Monthly Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 13h February 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes

MINUTES

 

 Attendee’s- 8 members

Apologies from John Gallaghan, Stan Sommers, John Sibbald and John Strachan jnr

1. Chairman

Meeting started at 13:08pm chairman welcomed those in attendance

2. Apologies

Apologies read out and previous meeting minutes were read by Dave McNaughton and proposed by Adam Wood and seconded by Ian Dougie Swindells.

3.

Dave McNaughton put forward a request in writing asking if the club would give a charitable donation for a friend who is going abroad for six weeks to do Charity work at her own expense. This will be brought up at the AGM. 

John Dalys Trustee of the Tartan army sun shine appeal, put forward a request to have a link {advertising} on the KOFTA web site for B&B they run this was approved.

 

4. AOCB

It was brought and discussed about the possibility of the club running a bus to the Carling Trophy, Republic of Ireland v Scotland game on Sunday the 29^th May 2011. The committee will hold a meeting ASAP and put out some information, Also there will be an E.Mail sent out on the KOFTA Google Group and put on the Web Site to see how much interest / Feed Back the club gets.

Next meeting Sunday 13^th March 2011 at CISWO @ 1pm

Meeting Closed at 13:40pm

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KoFTA Monthly Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 9th January 2011

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes

MINUTES

 

 

 

Chairman’s welcome – Chairman John welcomed the 12 members to our monthly meeting and wished everyone a Happy New Year

Apologies were received from Ronnie Savickis

Minutes of previous Meeting were read over to the meeting by Chairman John and were proposed as correct by Dave McNaughton, who was reminded by the Secretary that he had not attended the meeting (although he claimed he had read them on the web site).   Adam Wood then officially proposed the minutes as a true record of the meeting and Gerry McTague seconded them. 

Nations Cup - Stan gave an update on the Scotland v Northern Ireland game on 9^th February 2011 in Dublin.  He has hired a self-drive mini bus for the 12 members who are travelling.  Both he and John Will are sharing the driving.   The total cost, including the Hotel, was £105 each.

                      - No KoFTA decisions yet on the games on 25^th & 29^th May 2011 v Wales & Rep. of Ireland, although it is unlikely a bus will be arranged as it would be too costly for the length of the trip required for the two game.

Social Events - John had looked into the viability of a Burns Supper this year but had         found difficulty arranging quality speakers, as most were already booked.

-        John proposed that we arrange a Burns Supper for 2012 and all present agreed.   Dates were discussed and Friday 20^th 2012 was agreed on, with the probable venue of Balgonie Bowling Club.  

-        The event will be mixed to reflect that we have lady members in KoFTA

-        John to progress the matter but any suggestions as to Speakers would be gratefully received.

                        -     It was also proposed that we look at the possibility of a

St. Andrews night around 25^th/26^th November 2012.  This item to be further discussed at a later date but could be the function that could be arranged in Cowdenbeath.  Chairman John to contact Craig Watson.

Children’s Party – was held on Sunday 12^th December 2010 in the CISWO and 24 Children attended with their parents/grandparents and all appeared to have a great time.

-        John was thanked for arranging the Party.

                        -     John gave his thanks to Kerry Kids Disco, Minnie for the catering,

Ronnie for the Selection Boxes, Santa (Tam Clunie), and to all Santa’s little helpers on the day.                        

A.O.C.B. - 1/ Dave McNaughton informed the meeting of a friend who was going abroad to do Charity work and it was all at her own expense.    He asked if KoFTA would consider making a charitable donation.   Dave was asked to put his request in writing and it would be discussed and decided at the next meeting.

                 - 2/ Stan informed that meeting that he, and several others, had decided to go to Spain in October this year for the International Match, and that they had decided to go for a week to Benidorm then travel to the game wherever it was being held.   At this time they are getting a week, all-inclusive, for about £400, which is excellent considering what it would cost for perhaps a three day trip.   Anyone interested is asked to contact Stan.

Date of next meeting   -  Sunday 13^th February 2011 at 1.00pm.

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KoFTA  Monthly Meeting 
13:00pm on Sunday 21st November 2010

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes 
 

Minutes 

 

 

Chairman’s welcome  -  It gave the 14 members present great pleasure in welcoming Chairman John (Stretch) Strachan to the meeting (and thanks to John (jnr) for bringing his dad along.  Stretch is still using crutches and recovery is slow but sure and everyone wished him a continued speedy recovery.

Stretch took a back seat at the meeting and Dave McNaughton chaired the meeting and welcomed all present.

Apologies were received from Stan Sommers, Tam Allan, Ronnie Savickis, Charlie Ewan and John Sibbald.

Minutes of the previous Meeting were read by Acting Chairman Dave and were proposed as a true record by John Strachan (jnr) and seconded by Allan Duncan.

Scotland v Faroes  – George Brown gave an update on the game and in particular the transport arrangements.   Everything went very well and the driver made good time both going to and coming back from Aberdeen.                                           

Nations Cup – February 2011   Dave McNaughton gave an update on the situation regarding transport arrangements for the game against Northern Ireland.  

To make the trip by Bus and Ferry viable there will need to be at least 30 persons travelling.    To date there are about 25 names, so a few more supporters are still required.   Stan is sure we will get the numbers required.

The expected cost is going to be around £85 each with everyone arranging his or her own accommodation for the one night in Dublin

A deposit of £35 per person is now urgently required before the Ferry can be booked

     -  May 2011   It is suspected that a similar arrangement for the remaining two games in May 2011 is highly unlikely.   However it will be considered.  The difficulty will undoubtedly be cost as the cost of the driver’s wages and stay in Dublin for the four or five days would have to be covered by those travelling.

ATAC/SFA Meeting – Secretary John reported that he had attended a meeting of the SFA/SSC and ATAC at Hampden on 15/10/10.   John gave a résumé of the meeting.   

Catering.   In light of complaints with regard to the catering at Hampden, particularly the queues in the North Stand, and of the quality of some of the food, members of the Catering Organisation had been invited to hear the supporter’s concerns.  The Caterers agreed and were trying to find a better supplier for, in particular, the Steak Pies.   They were also trying to add Curry Pies to the menu.    These were sampled by those attending the meeting and met with approval.

The Caterers are also looking at using “Hawkers” to sell food and drink on the concourse in the North Stand to assist in reducing the queues.   There is a possibility of having the “Hawkers “ using the stairwells, but the Police may object to this for safety reasons.

Hampden Events.  Should any member of the Scotland Supporters Club wish to arrange an event, such as a Dance, Wedding, or Anniversary etc. at Hampden they would be given preferential rates.

SSC Accounts.   ATAC have always believed that the Income and Expenditure of the SSC should be published for the perusal of all members, as any other club provides for their members.   The SSC provided a “Pie Chart” of the Income and Expenditure percentages, but have been asked to provide figures.   The SSC will take this request to the new Chief Executive and the Finance Director for consideration.

Sweden Ticketing. The SSC have reported that 2600 tickets purchased by SSC members but only 200 supporters attended the game.

There were 300 people requested to pick up their tickets in Stockholm.  37 people made late cancellations.   These people will be monitored.

30 did not turn up to collect their ticket.   All will receive a Yellow Card.

3 people were given a Red Card and expelled from the SSC. – two repeat offenders and one who allowed another person to impersonate them in an attempt to get their ticket.

Lithuania Ticketing.    

300 people were asked to uplift tickets.

39 late cancellations and will be monitored

24 did not turn up and will be given a Yellow Card

Prague Ticketing.

300 people were asked to uplift ticket.

Only 6 failed to turn up and will be given a Yellow Card if there is not a reasonable explanation.

The problems with the late allocation of extra tickets allocated by the Czech FA was explained and the explanation accepted.

Nations Cup.  There will almost certainly be 100% pick up in Dublin for the Nations cup in February.  

The May games will also be 100% pick up but the exact method has yet to be decided.

SSC Member Ticket Allocation.   I brought up the issue of one ticket for each member, whilst, during the public sale people could order multiple tickets.  One suggestion was SSC members could order one ticket and request another.

The SSC explained that the North Stand is allocated to SSC members and to provisionally allocate two seats in the North Stand to every member requesting extra tickets would not be possible.   However they agreed it may be worthy of further discussion and consideration in the future to look at possibilities.

Social Events   - This remains on the Agenda for further discussion.    

Children’s Party takes place on Sunday 12^th December 2010 in the CISWO.    There are 23 children attending.

A.O.C.B.    There being no other competent business the meeting was closed by Acting Chairman Dave at 1.45pm

Date of next meeting   is 12^th December 2010 at Noon, which will be followed by the Children’s Party at 2.00pm

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KoFTA Monthly Meeting 
 

1.00pm on Sunday 8^th August 2010 CISWO club Glenrothes

MINUTES

Chairman’s welcome - Chairman John took the Chair and conducted the meeting.  He welcomed the thirteen members who had attended. 
 

Apologies were received from Stan Sommers, Tam Allan and Ronnie Savickis. 
 

Minutes of the previous Meeting on 13^th June 2010 were read.    There were no matters arising that were not on the Agenda for today’s meeting.  These minute were proposed by Dave McIntyre and seconded by Ian Speed

EURO 2012 Fixtures

Friday 03/09/10 - Lithuania – Away – Details discussed   

Tuesday 07/09/10 Liechtenstein – Home – Buses – names required urgently for all those attending who have not yet booked their seats.

Friday 08/10/10 – Czech Republic – Away – Details discussed  

Tuesday 12/10/10 – Spain – Home – Names for an early and late buses now being taken

Annual Dance  - 11th September 2010 in the British Legion Club, Glenrothes

A letter from the Treasurer was read out and, after lengthy discussion, it was agreed that the ticket price would be £4 per person.

Social Events – Craig Watson and Stewart Reid agreed that they would be more than willing to put on a KoFTA social function in the Cowdenbeath area.  This would probably be something like a Darts and Dominoes night and probably be on a Friday evening.

Further discussions will be held at the next Committee/monthly meetings to selected a date most suitable for members.  

Children’s Party -  The Children’s Party will be held in the CISWO Club on Sunday 12^th December 2010.    Names are now being taken and Forms are available. 
 

Merchandise – Stan has indicated that he still has a considerable amount of KoFTA Fleece jackets, Polo Shirts and mugs for sale.  Anyone wishing anything to contact Stan and he will bring it to a meeting.  

 

Membership     Six new member applications were placed before the meeting and all were approved.    Those new members present were welcomed to KoFTA by the Chairman. 
 

A further four new application forms were given out. 

A.O.C.B.   There was no further business 

Date of next meeting   - The meeting was closed by the Chairman at 1.47pm and the date of the next meeting was given as 12^th September 2010

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 8th November 2009 at the CISWO club Glenrothes  

Members present 13

Apologies from Stan Sommers, John Sibbald, Ian Speed

1.      Meeting opened at 1310hrs and the gathered members held a minutes silence for Remembrance Sunday

2.      Minutes of previous meeting  were read out and passed as a true record

3.      John Callaghan mentioned that there was several members heading down for the Wales friendly and various methods of transportation was being used to get there

4.      The KoFTa website was discussed as George Brown had brought to attention that it seemed to be slow in being updated. Possible server issues which Gerry McTague will investigate and also will inform committee when he has updated.

5.      Google Group now has 21 members, will send out instructions to those who have yet to join

6.      Kilt Walk 2010- Tartan Army Children’s Charity (TACC) who raises monies for disadvantaged children in countries that Scotland play in and also at home have organised two sponsored walks to raise money next year. The first is on Sun 21^st February and is from Hampden Park to the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond (26miles). Members and friends interested in undertaking one or both of these. Visit www.tartanarmychildrenscharity.org.uk for further details. Members of the club have already signed up and you can give a donation here www.justgiving.com/ronnie-savickis

7.      Tam Allan discussed the recent AGM of ATAC and at this meeting the issue of ticket allocation was brought up as many members feel  that  getting tickets for away games is difficult  due to the current way in which tickets are allocated via points system and it difficult to get on to the points ladder.

8.      Annual Dance (date TBC) is Saturday 20^th March 2010 at CISWO (venue TBC)

9.      Christmas Party arrangements underway (except Santa). Approx 20 children to date have confirmed attendance .Gifts to be maximum of £15.00 (anymore and parent will be required to pay difference). Any more attendees can you please get in touch with John Callaghan.                                       

10  AOCB- George Brown proposed that all members be sent via post a copy off bus booking procedures/rules and the member then is required to return confirmation slip to confirm that they agree with them ( if no slip is returned it will be taken that they agree ).  Proposer George Brown .....Seconded by John Will

From next home game onwards minimum of 2 committee members on each bus so as to improve stewarding of bus

For Wednesday games club to look into having early bus and late bus as was organised for Holland game

 

Meeting Closed at 1415hrs

 

Next Meeting Sunday 10^th January 2010 1pm in CISWO

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 11th October 2009 at the CISWO club Glenrothes  

Attendees  8  members

Apologies 6 members

Minutes from previous meeting held on 13/09/09 read out and approved by Dave McNaughton and seconded by Ronnie Savickis

Upcoming match against Wales in Cardiff was discussed and the ticket allocation to the travelling Scotland fans.

Club looking to organise bus down to Cardiff and stay overnight on the Sunday and returning home to Fife for Sunday evening. Approx cost £100 depending upon numbers interested. Contact Pub reps if interested.

Social Evening/Dance to be organised with possible venues of CISWO/Warout Stadium. Live band  to be arranged (suggestions welcome)

KoFTA  Christmas party (Sun 13^th Dec 2pm-4pm CISWO) arrangements underway  , any further  Kids names please forward forms to Pub Reps. Volunteer for Santa Clause needed...

Next meeting Sunday 8^Th November at CISWO 1pm  

 

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 13th September 2009 at the CISWO club Glenrothes  

10 members present

Previous minutes read by Ronnie Savickis

Tommy Allan asked gathered members on their thoughts on the campaign in which we failed to qualify and their thoughts on George Burleys performance during that time

Google group is operational and approx 20 members have signed up to it

Annual Dance has been put back until March/April 2010

Children's party on Sunday 13^th December @ CISWO 2pm – 4pm (monthly meeting cancelled that month) 

*** Kids names to pub reps ASAP ****

A.O.C.B

Bus booking procedures / 70 seater buses members unhappy at lack of space when bus full and it was discussed that we may need to cap 70 seaters to 50-55 persons to allow members to travel more comfortably

An email to be sent  to all members to inform them that they must book seats on bus in advance and no  phoning up in the days prior demanding seats because of membership entitles them to.

 

Meeting closed  at  1345hrs

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 9th August 2009 at the CISWO club Glenrothes  

Members Present : 6

Apologie

Apologies from Stan Sommers, George Armstrong

Previous Minutes

These were read by Tommy Allan and approved by Ian Speed and seconded by T.Allan.

ATAC/SFA Meetings

John Callaghan briefed the gathered members with details of his meetings with ATAC and the SFA, which had been held at Hampden Park in July. He explained that the SFA has changed the policy on away ticketing system and they no longer need proof of travel to be provided by supporters (further details of meeting on ATAC website).

John Callaghan to put forward to ATAC on why a member of our club and SSC who was in Australia up until the weekend before away to Norway and had not received any details on ticket collection in Norway.

Macedonia/Holland Buses

Buses are booked into Glencairn Football Club for these games. Buses for Macedonia game will leave at usual times and buses for Holland game will leave at 2pm and 5pm (the bus departing Glenrothes at 2pm booked into the Glencairn).

All buses are now full.

Annual Dance

John Callaghan to enquire at Warout Stadium re dates in November

X-Mas Kids party

Sunday 13^th December at CISWO (looking for Santa Clause)

Next Meeting

Sunday 13^th September, CISWO North Street Glenrothes @ 1pm

Meeting closed at 1:50pm

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KoFTA Annual General Meeting

1.00pm on Sunday 19^th April 2009

The CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes

 

Minutes

 

 

1.     Chairman John Strachan opened the meeting at 1.05pm and welcomed all the members present.

 

      There were 20 members present and 3 apologies for absence.

 

2.     Previous Minutes.

 

The Minutes of Annual General Meeting on 18^th May 2008 were read out by the              Chairman and proposed as a true record by Adam Wood and seconded by Stan Sommers.

 

3.   Chairman’s Remarks.

 

John Strachan then thanked the Treasurer and the Secretary for all their work during the last year, and stated that their efforts had made his job as Chairman an easy one.

 

He also thanked the other members of the committee for all their assistance during the last year.

 

4.   Treasurer’s Report

 

Treasurer Stan Sommers handed out copies of the Income and Expenditure account for the last year and gave a detailed breakdown of some specific entries.  

 

The Chairman thanked Stan for his detailed report, which was adopted as a true record on a proposal by Ronnie Savickis and seconded by Gary Sommers.

 

5.   Secretary’s Report

 

Secretary John Callaghan handed out copies of his 2009 Annual Secretary Report.       John then thanked the Committee and all the members for electing him at the last AGM.   He has enjoyed his year.   He then gave a brief résumé of his report       highlighting some of the main areas in which he was involved.   His main task had been looking at the Constitution and Membership Rules.   He has produced copies of amendments, which will be placed before today’s AGM for discussion and changed if agreed.                 

He also hopes to update the KoFTA Membership List in the coming year, should      he be elected again.

                 

6.         Election of Office Bearers

 

The Chairman then indicated that the present Committee would now demit office and a new Committee would be elected.

 

Adam Wood suggested that the present Chairman, Treasurer and Secretary be voted back on to their current positions.   He therefore proposed the Status Quo for these positions.   This was seconded by Dave McNaughton.    The motion was carried unanimously.

           

Chairman:      John Strachan

 

            Treasurer:      Stan Sommers           

 

            Secretary:      John Callaghan

 

Minute Secretary:  

 

Ronnie Savickis was proposed for the vacant position of  Minute Secretary by John Callaghan and seconded by Gary Sommers.   There being no other nominations, Ronnie was elected as Minute Secretary.

 

Pub Reps.

 

The following were elected as Pub Reps, and as such members of the Committee:

 

Dixon Arms                -    George Armstrong

Oast House                 -    Dave McNaughton and Gary Sommers

Bowling Alley            -     Tommy Allan

Cowdenbeath              -    To be Advised (Stan to contact members)          

 

7.         Other Business

     

      Changes to Constitution

 

Secretary John Callaghan then distributed copies of the proposed changes to    the Constitution.    These changes were then fully discussed by the members and the proposed changes were, either, tweaked, rejected or changed accordingly and then agreed.

 

The final version of the changes were then proposed by George Armstrong and seconded by Gary Sommers.    There being no further amendments the changes to the Constitution were carried unanimously. 

 

      Changes to Membership Rules

 

Similarly, proposed changes to the Membership Rules were fully discussed, and alterations were agreed.   There being no further amendments the changes to the Membership Rules were carried unanimously.

 

            Travel Insurance

                                   

In view of the recent death of a Scotland supporter in Holland, who had not taken out Travel Insurance, the Committee wished to remind all KoFTA members of the importance of taking out Travel Insurance for trips abroad.

           

            Social Functions

 

A discussion took place on future Social functions for the forthcoming year.   Although the Annual Dance last year had been a success, there had only been about 25 actual KoFTA members present.   It is hoped that future events be better attended by members so that further social functions can be arranged in the knowledge that they will be supported.

 

Members were asked to consider the type of social function they would like to see organised and report their thoughts back to the Committee.

 

            Sponsorship

 

It was agreed to again sponsor a Glenrothes Juniors football player, Grant Cunningham, in return for an advert in the Programme produced by the Football Club at their Home games.

 

It was proposed by George Armstrong and seconded by Gary Sommers that further Charitable donations can be given by the Committee up to a total value of £500 in total in the following year.   Chairman John stated that should any donation be considered then the matter would be reported at the next monthly meeting after the request was received.

 

            Web Site

 

Gerry McTague informed the meeting that the cost of  the KoFTA Web Site was due for renewal and gave the costs involved.   He also stated that he was examining better and perhaps cheaper options and would report back to the Committee.   Ronnie Savickis also agreed to investigate other options and liase with Gerry.

                                               

KoFTA merchandise

                               

Treasurer Stan reported that there were a quantity of Fleeces, Polo Shirts etc of various sizes that were available for purchase.   There was also a large quantity of Mugs available.    Stan stated that he was reluctant to purchase any further merchandise until some of the present stock is sold.

 

 

 

8.         A.O.C.B.    

             

          ATAC Survey

 

Secretary John reported that the Association of Tartan Army Clubs was organising a Survey of all members who had, within the last year, contacted the Scotland Supporters Club or the Scottish Football Association.   This was to enable ATAC to gauge how members had been treated by these organisations over the phone.

 

Should any of our members had reason to call either of these organisations, whether it was a good or bad experience, then I would ask them to contact the secretary so that he could forward a copy of the survey.   This survey would then be used by ATAC to assess the responses and be able to discuss these with the Organisations at ATACs next meeting.

 

No Team GB

 

Secretary John also had “No Team GB” car stickers available at £1.00 each, the sale of which would help fund the campaign.

 

Donation

 

Dave McNaughton proposed that KoFTA donate £100 to the fund organised by East of Scotland Tartan Army in conjunction with the Black Watch, who were gathering funds to have the body of the Scotland supporter from Dundee, who had died in Holland (as mentioned above) returned home.   The money would also assist with funeral expenses.

 

This was seconded by John Callaghan and carried unanimously.

 

Home Game Transport

 

Dave Yeats asked whether it was possible to have one of the two buses which travel to Home games on Wednesdays leave Glenrothes earlier in the day, around 2.00pm, to allow members to be in Glasgow earlier.

 

Treasurer Stan stated that, although this was feasible, it would depend on the numbers involved.   For example, too few travelling would require a third bus to leave at the normal time of 5.00pm and too many wishing to travel, would require two buses at 2.00pm

 

It would therefore probably require one bus to go at 2.00pm if it was full, and should it be over subscribed then it would be on a first come first served basis.

 

The Committee would look at the possibility for the next home game on a Wednesday.  (Wednesday 9^th September 2009, excluding any friendlies still to be arranged)

 

There being no further business Chairman John Strachan thanked all those who had attended and closed the meeting at 2.20pm

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KoFTA MEETING 

Sunday 08 March 2009 at the CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes.

 

 

Chairman John Strachan opened the meeting at 1.00pm and welcomed all.

 

Fifteen members were present.

 

Apologies were received from Stan Sommers and Ronnie Savickis.

 

PREVIOUS MINUTES

 

The Chairman read over the minutes of the previous meeting on 08 February 2009 and they were proposed as a true record of that meeting by Imogen Copeland and seconded by Gary Sommers.

 

The Secretary informed the meeting that he had sent a letter to George Brown informing him that his Resignation from the Committee had been accepted and thanked him for all the work he had done as Minute Secretary as well as all the time and effort he had put in whilst on the Committee.

 

ATAC UPDATE

 

1.   The Chairman gave a report on the KoFTA v Bonnybrig football match, which took place on Sunday 22^nd February 2009 at the Fife Institute, Glenrothes.   After a good bright start by our team the game proved to be a very even contest.  Late on in the first half the visitors made a breakaway and slotted in a good goal to take the lead.   As half time approached we were on the attack and should have snatched a deserved equaliser.   However we finished the first half one goal down.

 

The second half was a different matter and the least said the better.   Fitness told in the end and suffice to say that the Referee took pity on our lads and blew the final whistle when the score stood at 9 – 0 to the visitors.

Thereafter we all retreated to the Oast House where a buffet was kindly provided by the management of the Pub.

Gary Sommers and Dave Yeats were thanked for their organisation of the game and it is their hope that some friendly games can be arranged to increase the skill factor and fitness of the team in preparation for next year.

The players and all the supporters were also thanked for their efforts and encouragement provided.

Gary requested that a letter of thanks be sent to the manager of the Oast House in appreciation of the buffet provided by him.

2.   John informed the meeting that an ATAC Seven-a-side competition was going to be held later in the year and Gary indicated that, hopefully, we would be able to enter a team.

3.   John then gave an update on the NO Team GB campaign and the reason for it.   T-Shirts and car stickers are likely to be on sale in Amsterdam.

 

HOLLAND & ICELAND GAMES

Chairman John then suggested that anyone travelling to Holland could, if they wished, give their accommodation address and mobile phone number to the Secretary and also be aware of his, 07879 428055, should any problems arise.

All members travelling to the Home game against Iceland on Wednesday 1^st April, 2009 should by now have passed their details to their Pub Rep or direct to Stan for transport purposes.

The buses will depart from the Oast House at 5.00pm.

DRAFT CONSTITUTION AND MEMBERSHIP RULES

 

Secretary John again informed the meeting of the intention, with the approval of the Committee, to submit to the AGM a proposal to update the Constitution and the Membership Rules of KoFTA.   Copies of the amendments are available for the perusal and comments of members.

 

Jim Lowe mentioned a couple of valid points regarding the drafts and these were discussed and it was agreed that they again be discussed at the AGM and amendments made as required.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Chairman John then reminded the meeting that the Annual General Meeting was on Sunday 19^th April 2009 at 1.00pm at the CISWO Club, North Street, Glenrothes.   A large turnout was requested.

Any matters to be discussed were to be in the hands of the Secretary by the end of today’s meeting.

The Chairman thanked everyone for their attendance and closed the meeting at 1.45pm

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 08 February 2009 at the CISWO club Glenrothes 

 

21 Members were present.

 

Chairman John Strachan opened the meeting at 1.00pm.

 

Apologies were received from Charlie Ewan.

 

The Chairman read over the minutes of the previous meeting on 07 December 2008 and they were proposed as a true record of that meeting by Stan Sommers and seconded by Adam Wood.

 

The Chairman then informed the meeting that George Brown, Minute Secretary, had resigned from the Committee.   A Committee meeting had been held earlier in the day and George’s letter of resignation was fully discussed.   The Committee accepted George’s resignation and the Secretary was requested to write to George to inform him and thank him for his work as Minute Secretary as well as all the time and effort he had put into his time on the Committee.

 

The Kirkcaldy TA was commended on their recent Tartan Specials night to which a fair number of our own members had attend and a good night was had by all.

 

Treasurer Stan informed the meeting that he would take names for the bus for the forthcoming home game against Iceland on 01 April 2009 at the end of the meeting.

 

Members travelling to the Holland game have arranged transport for themselves to go to Edinburgh Airport.  There are still some seats available and should any other members be going at the same time they can contact Stan or Tam Allan re their arrangements.

 

Secretary John informed the meeting has re-drafted and updated the Constitution and the Membership Rules of KoFTA.   This has been discussed by the Committee and they have given their permission for the new documents to be placed before the Annual General Meeting on 19 April 2009.   John has printed off copies of both documents and they were available to be taken away and scrutinised by members.   John would appreciate comments from Members.

 

John reported that our application for membership of the Association of Tartan Army Clubs (ATAC) had been accepted and KoFTA are now full members of the Association.  

 

KoFTA have entered the ATAC 11-a-side football competition and the first round is on Sunday 22 February 2009 against Bonnybrig TA.

 

ATAC have arranged for a Fans Embassy within the Hole in the Wall/Hoopmans pub in the Leidseplein area of Amsterdam.   This will be staffed by a Dutch Police Officer, with access to all Police systems and should any supporter lose their passport, get mugged or has anything stolen then they can attend this Fans Embassy and report the matter.   Forms will be completed and printed off there and then for Insurance or other claims purposes and the incidents will be logged and passed on to other Police Offcers.

 

The Annual General Meeting has been arranged for Sunday 19 April 2009 at 1.00pm within the CISWO Club.   Any matters that any member wishes to be discussed at the AGM must be notified to the Secretary by Sunday 08 March 2009.

 

The next monthly meeting is arranged for Sunday 08 March 2009 at 1.00pm in the CISWO Club.

 

The Chairman closed the meeting at 1.40pm

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 7 Dec 08 at the CISWO club Glenrothes

 

Members present 12

Apologies: J Sibbald, R Savikis and G McTague

J Strachan Snr(chairperson) opened the meeting at 1310hrs

 

1.     Kids Xmas Party Sun 14 Dec at CISWO

There were 23 names so far. Entertainment by Kerry’s Kids Disco. Buffet arranged. John Will has volunteered to be Santa. A discussion was held and the reimbursing of the £15 for a present was only for those attending.

 

2.     Tartan Special gig, Kirkcaldy 23 Jan 09

Bus pick up times are as follows

 

1845     Ring o Stanes

1850     Oast House

1855     Fraser Bowl 

Returning at 0215hrs (prompt)

 

It is anticipated that the cost of the bus will be approx £3-£4 per head.

All members who have ordered tickets are automatically given a seat on the bus unless they opt for another mode of transport. If they do not require transport by bus, please inform their pub rep/committee member soon as possible.Tickets are held by George Brown and there are still  7 to be collected. Another 10 have been ordered, allowing for 60 members to attend.

 

3. Membership of ATAC (Association of Tartan Army Clubs) has now been applied for. 

4. Membership is now at 103

5. AOCB

A student in St Andrews is carrying out a study of football supporters reactions to games and is offering £5 for anyone wishing to take part. Anyone interested see Tommy Allan for details.

 

Members wishing to travel to Hampden on 1 Apr 09 for the Iceland home qualifier are to submit their names to their pub reps/committee by 1 Mar 09 

Meeting closed at 1335hrs.The next meeting will be held at the CISWO on Sun 8 Feb 09 at 1300hrs.THERE WILL BE NO MEETING IN JANUARY.

 

On behalf of the KoFTA committee, George would like to wish all members a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 12 Oct 08 at the CISWO club Glenrothes

 

Members present: 18

 

Apologies from: David Yates and Gary Sommers

 

The meeting was opened at 1300hrs by J Strachan Snr(Chairperson)

 

Proposed by: A Wood

Seconded by: J Will

That the minutes read out from the meeting held on Sun 14 Sep 08 were a true and accurate record.

The presentation of the plaque for the Glencairn Football Social Club was made at the club prior to the Norway game. A discussion followed as to how many members the Glencairn club would allow in on match day. The secretary could look into this.

 

Following a discussion about buses and membership it was

Proposed by J Will

Seconded by J Lowe

That KoFTA membership be capped at 106. Any persons over this number wishing to become members would be placed on a waiting list.

 

ARGENTINA HOME GAME

Names are now being taken for seats on the bus for this game. Departure times and pick up points will be posted on the website in due course

 

Kids Christmas Party

It is confirmed that the Kids Christmas party will be held on Sun 14 Dec at the CISWO, from 1400-1600. Presents to be purchased by parents/guardians to the value of £15, which will be reimbursed by the club on production of a receipt. The entertainment will be by “Kerry’s Kids Disco”

 

CHARITY EVENT

Kirkcaldy Tartan Army are organising a charity night at Candle Rooms, Kirkcaldy on 23 Jan 09, featuring the Tartan Specials. KoFTA have 40 tickets for this event and any members wishing to attend are to give their names to Pub reps/committee ASAP. Should there be a greater demand for tickets then we need to know. It is possible a bus will be booked for that evening at a cost of around £3 per person.

 

ATAC

The secretary is looking into the possible membership of ATAC (Association of Tartan Army Clubs)

 

AOB

 

It was revealed that there were more people travelling back from the Norway game than travelled to. It was suggested that a name check be carried out prior to members getting onto future transport and if a persons name is NOT on the list then they do not get on the bus.

 

There are now 13 new members of the club

 

George Brown addressed the meeting with a list of clothing items available with the club logo. This list will be available to all committee/pub reps. 24 different items have to be ordered in able to get free embroidering. Some of these gifts are ideal stocking fillers for Christmas.

 

Stan Sommers still has a quantity of KoFTA merchandise for sale.

 

There being no further business to discuss the meeting was finished at 1345.

The next meeting will be on Sun 9 Nov at 1300hrs at the CISWO.

 

A question was raised as to the deadline for members booking transport for home games and it was suggested that this had been recorded in previous minutes. The last deadline given was for the Lithuania game and is recorded in the minute as follows

Stan Sommers then addressed the meeting and stated the money for the tickets and bus for the Lithuania game was collected as per the constitution and worked extremely well.

KoFTA rule No: 3 states

All members traveling to home games must inform the home Travel Convener at least four weeks before the fixture.

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 14 Sep 08 at the CISWO club Glenrothes

 

Members present: 14

 

Apologies: Gary Sommers, Robert Lowe, Charlie Ewing, John Strachan Snr, John Sibble, Gery McTague, John Thornton, Tony Trawinski, David Yates

 

Meeting was opened at 1310hrs by John Callaghan(secretary)

 

Proposed by Dave McNaughton Snr and seconded by John Will that the minutes read from the meeting held at the CISWO, Glenrothes on Sun 10 Aug 08 were a true and accurate record.

 

SCOTLAND V NORWAY

Names for buses to be given to any committee member/pub rep ASAP. There are 2 buses for this fixture and times are as follows

1 bus departing Hogans Bar at 0900 picking up at Cadham at 0915.

Both buses will then leave the Oast House at 0930hrs, picking up at Kirkcaldy slip road, Cowdenbeath slip road and Forth Road Bridge.

 

ALL MEMBERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PURCHASING THEIR OWN MATCH TICKET

 

PRESENTATION PLAQUE

A plaque has been purchased to present to Glencairn Football Social Club and was shown to members present. It will be presented to the club on the day of the Scotland/Norway game.

 

KIDS CHRISTMAS PARTY

Margaret Scott has sourced pricing for a panto at the Adam Smith centre and prices given, however, it was the consensus of opinion that a panto trip would not cater for all the children involved. The committee would source the use of other venues and this will be decided/confirmed at the next meeting. Also for the supplying of catering. Dates for this would be either 7^th,14^th or 21^st Dec.

 

AOB

There is the possibility of a friendly in November, once this has been confirmed as a home game, then transport will be arranged accordingly.

 

A number of new members have joined KoFTA, which is encouraging.

 

The meeting was closed at 1325hrs. The next meeting will be held in the CISWO< Glenrothes on Sun 12 Oct 08 at 1300hrs.

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 10 Aug 08 at the CISWO club Glenrothes

Members present: 13 

Apologies: Stan Sommers, Robert Lowe, Kenny Murray, Gerry McTague

Meeting was opened at 1310hrs by John Strachan Snr

 

SCOTLAND V NORTHERN IRELAND

Provisionally 2 buses were booked, however due to lack of numbers it is proposed that a 70 be booked rather than 2 buses. Unfortunately, there will NOT be any toilet facilities on the bus but provisions will be made to accommodate children, ladies and members with a weak bladder.

 

Bus pick ups for this game are 

Oast House: DEPARTS 1700

 Dixon Arms: DEPARTS 1715

A92 Slip Road at C’Beath shortly thereafter.

 

Should any member(s) wish to carry on drinking past these times they will have to make their own way to Hampden. Members are reminded that NO alcohol is to be consumed on the coach

 

SATURDAY HOME GAMES

A letter was forwarded to the Rutherglen Glencairn Club expressing concerns as to health and safety (overcrowding) on match days. A reply was received and the club are now limiting the number of coaches to 5, with KoFTA having first refusal.

  

ANY OTHER BUSINESS

There is still a quantity of  KoFTA merchandise available to purchase, however it is believed that Fleeces are in short supply and an order may be requested. Any members that are wanting to purchase a fleece please give your names to your pub rep(s) or committee member. Once enough are asked for (min order 24 items), an order will be placed.

 

George Brown informed the meeting that he was looking into the possibility of kilt socks with KoFTA badge being purchased. 

John Will addressed the meeting about the idea of a plaque or such likes being presented to the Rutherglen Glencairn Club on the opening of their new club.This was previously mentioned in the meeting of 13 Jan 08.George Brown said he will look into this.

 

There being no further business to discuss the meeting was closed at 1325hrs. The next meeting will be held on Sun 14 Sep 08 at the CISWO commencing at 1300hrs

 

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KoFTA AGM

Sunday 18th May 2008 at the CISWO club, North Street, Glenrothes 

Chairman John Strachan opened the meeting and welcomed all the members present.

Members present:   27

1. The minutes of the AGM on 12th April 2007 were read out and were proposed as a true record by Dave McNaughton snr and seconded by Charlie Ewen

2. Treasurer Stan Sommers read out the financial report from the previous year, which was proposed as a true record by George Armstrong and seconded by Tony Trawinski

3. Election of new committee:

Chairperson:

John Strachan snr

Proposed by:  Ian Speed

Seconded by: Davie Yeats

Carried unanimously

Treasurer:

Stan Sommers

Proposed by:   Dave McNaughton

Seconded by:   Gerry McTague

Carried unanimously

Secretary: 

1.    Gerry McTague

Proposed by Tony Trawinski

Seconded by Tommy Allan

2.    John Callaghan

Proposed by Dave McNaughton snr

Seconded by Stan Sommers

After a vote John Callaghan was duly elected

Minute Secretary:

George Brown

Proposed by:  John Will

Seconded by:  George Armstrong

Carried unanimously 

Pub Reps:

The following volunteered to become pub reps:

Dixon Arms - Ronnie Savickis and George Armstrong. 

Frazer Bowl – Tommy Allan.

Ring o’ Stanes - John Will

Oast House - Dave McNaughton snr and Gary Sommers

Hogan’s Bar - Tony Trawinski

Carried unanimously

AOCB:  

There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was closed at 2.00pm.   

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 13/04/2008 at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes.

 

Members present 17

Apologies: Gerry McTague, John Speed, Ronnie Savickis, Dave McNaughton Snr and Dave McNaughton Jnr. The meeting was opened at 1305hrs by John Strachan Snr (Chairperson)

 

Proposed by Adam Wood

Seconded by John Will

That the minutes of the meeting held on Sun 9 Mar were read out and passed as a true record.

 

The annual dance was discussed and volunteers were being sought to assist with providing a buffet. Names to be given to the committee. A raffle will also be held on the night and donations can be handed to pub reps/committee.

 

A thank you letter was read out from Katy Knight of Cameron Hospital thanking KoFTA for their kind donation to Letham Ward for the “talking books”

 

Stan Sommers then explained why there was only one bus with a toilet for the Croatia match, which was out of the clubs control. However in future the club will ensure that women and children will be allocated to any buses with toilets.

 

Tony Trawinski informed the meeting of how much the club had raised at the Race night.

 

There being no further business to discuss the meeting was closed at 1320hrs. The next meeting, being the AGM, will be held on Sun 18 May at 1230hrs in the CISWO club. Any proposals are to be forwarded to the committee prior to the meeting.

 

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 09/03/2008 at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes.

 

Apologies: Gary Sommers, Tam Allan, George Brown, Bob Low, David Yeats, Dave McNaughton jnr, John Strachan snr, John Strachan jnr, Charlie Ewan, Ronnie Savickis.

 

Members present: 5

Meeting opened at 13:05 by Stan Sommers {Treasurer}

Croatia Game.

There are still seats available for this game, names to be given to pub reps ASAP to be forwarded to Stan. There are two 49 seater booked for this game and they will leave the Oasthouse at 17:00hrs.

Annual Dance.

This years Annual Dance is on 9th May at Warout Stadium at 19:30 until 01:00, we have booked Straightshooter Disco and will provide a Buffet, there will also be a raffle, stand up bingo and various other fundraising events on the night. Tickets are priced at £5.00 each and will be available at the next meeting and thereafter from pub reps.

Race Night.

The bus for the race night at Hogan's Bar in Lundin Links will leave the Oasthouse at 19:00hrs picking up at the Fraser Bowl on route. Bus will return from Lundin Links at 00:30hrs.

Cost of bus £5.00 per person.

Tartan Army Gathering.

We now have available a program of events that have been arranged for the gathering being held in Aviemore from 26/06/2008 - 30/06/2008 these will be posted on KOFTA website for anyone who is attending the gathering.

SSC Memberships.

Some members still had not received their membership cards and gift packs from the SFA hopefully they will have them by the April meeting.

Merchandise.

We now have variety of merchandise available bearing the KOFTA logo including fleece, mugs, polo shirts, and T-shirts.

There being no further business to discuss the meeting was closed at 13:25hrs. The next meeting will be held in the CISWO club Glenrothes on Sunday 13th April at 13:00hrs

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 10/02/2008 at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes.

 

Apologies: Bob Lowe, Gary Sommers, David Yates and Charlie Ewan

Meeting opened at 1305hrs by Stan Sommers(secretary)

Members present: 13

Croatia Game.

Due to the SSC no longer accepting cheques for tickets, all members are to apply for their own ticket for this match. There is ONE 49 seater booked for this game and names for seats are to be with your pub reps ASAP so he/she can forward those names to Stan.

The Bus will leave the Oast House no later than 1700hrs.

Annual Dance

This will be held in the Warout Stadium on 9 May 08. Tickets will be priced at £5.00 on a first come first served basis.

Race Night

It is hoped that a race night will be held on Hogans Bar(Tony’s) on the week ending 21/22 Mar. A bus will be available at a small cost to members. Once confirmed this will be posted on the website.

Merchandise

Ring collar T-shirt will be ordered from the company that supplies the polo shirts. These t-shirts are navy blue with the KoFTA badge screen printed on the back. The size of which is approx A4.

A further order for fleeces is being made which will include kid’s sizes.

Travel to Macedonia

Passport travel now has prices for the Macedonia trip with the possible price for the double header.

There being no further business to discuss the meeting was closed at 1335hrs. The next meeting will be held in the CISWO Club Glenrothes on Sun 9 Mar 08 at 1300hrs

 

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 13/01/ 2008 at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes.

 

 

Members present 17

Apologies: George Armstrong 

Meeting was opened by J Strachan Snr at 1320hrs

 

1. The chairman passed on seasons greetings to all members.

 

2. The excess ticket money for the Italy game had finally

arrived from the SSC and would be refunded to members ASAP.

 

3. It was discussed that the kids  Xmas party in the Lomond Centre Christmassy at all. The venue had not been decorated and there was not even a Christmas tree.

4 of the wife’s/grandparents discussed organising this years party for the kids.

 

4. A letter of resignation from Colin Gourlay was read out to members.

 

 5. Merchandise: Mugs and fleeces were now available to purchase. If members require extra fleeces/different sizes then they are requested to give their order to Stan with payment. 

 

6. A date for the annual dance is hopefully being set for May. Committee to arrange prior to next meeting.

 

7. Apologies for not having the minutes from the last meeting available. George has a problem with his printer and hopefully this will be rectified by the next meeting.

 

AOB

 

The Tartan Army Gathering is being held in Aviemore in June. Any interested parties should log onto tartanarmy.com 

Ideas are requested for a gift to Rutherglen Glencairn Club from KoFTA on the opening of their new club.

There being no further business to discus the meeting was closed at 1345hrs. The next meeting will be held at the CISWO Club Glenrothes on Sunday 10 Feb 08 at 1300hrs.

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 09/12/ 2007 at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes.

Members present: 15

Apologies : T Allan, D Yeats, G Brown, D McNaughton Jnr

 

Meeting was opened at 13:08hrs by S Sommers.

1. Christmas Party numbrers confirmd 18 names.

2. SFA was phoned regarding reimbursement from Italy tickets and cheque will be sent out ASAP, money to be paid back to members as the cheque is received from the SFA.

3. Jackets left on bus No.3 message has also been put on the Tartan Army message board.

3. England friendly Club will look the possibility of running a bus when the game is confirmed.

4. John Strachan snr mentioned the possibility of a Ferry running to Norrway & Holland this will be looked at later once this has been confirmed.

5. Cowdenbeath members request for another pick point it there was bad weather this will be looked at on the day.

6. Rumour of Northern Ireland friendly this has to confirmed.

7. A cheque of £100 was donated to charity at Cameron Hospital delivered to Katy McNight.

8. A get well card was asked for George Brown after he donated a Kidney for his Daughter.

AOB.

Merchandise to be available before Christmas - Fleeces, Mugs & Polo Shirts.

Annual Dance venue & date to be organised.

Suggestions for a club day out requested {Ideas to be put forward to the committee}

Next meeting Sunday the 13th January 2008 at 13:00

Meeting closed at 13:35

 

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 04/11/ 2007 at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes.

 

Members present: 22

Apologies : G McTague, T Trawinski

 

Meeting was opened at 1310hrs by J Strachan Snr

 

1. Italy tickets. All names are to be given to Stan ASAP to enable the buses to be sorted out.

 

2. A discussion was held, that members must give their SSC membership number to their respective pub reps when requesting tickets. Every committee member and pub rep will be given an up to date list of members and numbers. When the new SSC memberships are renewed, all members are to show their pub reps the membership cards so the list can be kept up to date.

 

3. All members of KoFTA who are not members of the SSC will be sent a letter stating that if they are not members of the SSC they will no longer be members of KoFTA and will not be entitled to any of the club facilities.

 

4.It was discussed that a letter of complaint be forwarded, on behalf of KoFTA, to the SFA regarding the ticket allocation for the Scotland/Italy game.

 

5. Bus times for the Italy game have been published on the KoFTA website home page.

 

6. Names for the kids Christmas party are to be given to Stan ASAP

AOB

Andy Chung is performing at Hogans Bar on Fri 10 Nov. 07. Members are welcome to attend. If sufficient numbers can attend it will be sourced for a bus to be booked

Any members with photographs from any Scotland games are requested to forward them to Gerry for inclusion on the gallery.

Any members who have ideas for outings, i.e. golf, bowling, hillwalking(maybe not for the older members) etc

The meeting was closed at 1345hrs

The next meeting will be on Sun 9 Dec 07 @ 1300hrs at the CISWO, Glenrothes

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 14/10/ 2007 at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes.

Apologies: T Allan,D Yates,G Sommers,D McNaughton Jnr

Members present:  25

Meeting was opened by J Strachan Snr (Chairman) at 1235hrs

Kids Christmas Party

This will be held in the Lomond Centre on Sun 16 Dec from 1430-1630(half past two – half past four in old money) A present to the value of £12 to be purchased by members for each of their children and on production of a receipt the £12 will be reimbursed from club funds. The age limit is up to Primary 7 age, and is open to children/grandchildren of members. Names to be with Stan Sommers ASAP

ITALY TICKETS

The club has ordered tickets for the Italy game. If the club is allocated extra tickets for non members then these will be allocated either in the form of a ballot (names drawn out a hat) or on a points basis of those who have attended most of the present campaign qualifiers. This was put to the floor to be voted on and the results are as follows

Ballot; For 4. Against: 21

Points: For 21 Against 4

Therefore, the “points” system will be used.

KoFTA MEMBERSHIP CARDS

Membership cards for KoFTA members are being compiled and when completed will be handed to pub reps, who in turn are to hand them out to members. These cards will include telephone numbers of committee members on the back.

SSC MEMBERSHIP

This will be due for renewal in December. Members are reminded that this is a condition of KoFTA membership.

AOB

Ayr Tartan Army are carrying out a sponsored walk to Hampden in aid of Alzheimer’s Scotland. It is not clear how the money is to be paid.Dave McNaughton Snr will look into this and get back to the committee with a view to making a donation.

John Will addressed the meeting, stating that Caledonian Kilts of Eastfield Industrial Estate, Glenrothes is willing to give a discount to KoFTA members, on production of their SSC membership cards.

There being no further business to discuss the meeting was closed at 1305hrs.

The next meeting will be held on Sun 4 Nov at 1300hrs at the CISWO.

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 16/09/ 2007 at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes.

 

 

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 12/08/ 2007 at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes.

 

Commencing at 1210hrs 

Apologies: A Wood, D Yates, G Sommers, D McDade, S McDade, R Savikis, T Trawinski. 

Members present : 13

 

Meeting was opened by J Srachan Snr(Chairman) at 1310hrs

The minutes of the previous meeting were read out and passed as a true record

Stan Sommers then addressed the meeting and stated the money for the tickets and bus for the Lithuania game was collected as per the constitution and worked extremely well.

 

Proposed by: Stan Sommers

Seconded by: G Brown

With effect from the Lithuania game, all none members will have the opportunity to travel three times on KoFTA travel. After this they will have to join KoFTA(and SSC if necessary). If they have not done so after their three trips then they will not be allowed to travel on future transport until such time that they join.

 

The transport for the Lithuania and Ukraine home games are as follows:

0900 Hogans Bar

0920 Stanes

0930 Oast House.

Pick-ups from the Dixon Arms and slip roads on A92 and Forth Road Bridge will follow,

The transport for the game against South Africa at Pittodrie is as follows

1615 Oast House

1630 Stanes

The are still available seats on the transport and anyone wishing to travel are to inform Stan Sommers ASAP

Stan Sommers then read the accounts statement and details of the race night and annual dance. 

A letter was received from the Cameron Brig Hospital requested donations for books for the visually impaired and it was proposed by D McNaughton Snr and seconded by

B Ricks that the sum of £100 be donated. Carried

Proposed by D McNaughton Snr

Seconded by D Swindles

That KoFTA sponsor one of the Junior Glens players to the sum of £50 for the forthcoming season. An advertisement mentioning KoFTA will be shown in their weekly programme. Carried.

 

Kids Xmas Party

The venue for this is to discussed at the next meeting. The new owner of the Oast House is willing to host.

 

There being no further business to discus the meeting was closed at 1345hrs.

The next meeting will be held at the CISWO Club, Glenrothes on Sun 16 Sep 07 at 1300hrs.

 

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 13/05/07 at the CISWO club, Glenrothes

Members in Attendance           Apologes

J Strachan Snr                        J Strachan Jnr

D McNauthon Snr                  S Sommers

J Will                                     R Sevickis

I Copland                               A Trawinski

Tallan                                    D McNaughton Jnr

A Wood                                 G Brown

R Low                                   G McTague

D SWindells

Chairman John Strachan Opened the meeting at 14:10pm

Treasrers report on the race night and annual dance were well attended and raised around £500 between both nights, thanks was given to those who donated prizes and helped with the food.

Tam Allan handed over the new KOFTA banner {which memebrs can borrew for trips ETC}.

A letter was received from the NHS Fife primary care Lethuam ward Cameron Hospital looking for donations, Staff Nurse, Katy McNight.

Next up was a said at other previous meetings about tickets & bus arrangements, we would re word our constitution / Rules so as to allow for monies etc, {George Brown}

Strictly Adhered to Names would be given to pub rep's at least one month before the next match {where possible} the club will require £25:00 per ticket booking in advance of ordering members tickets, if tickets cost less or more the refund or the balance due will paid before the day of the game or on that day. if booking tickets also let your pub rep know how many bus seats you will require {will try and find out if the SFA will consider us to pay by direct debit}.

Any one talking about going to Georgia, Dave McNaughton Snr is in contact with passport travel.

Next meeting 12th August with possibility of 1-2 committee meetings before {update rules, constitution}.

Meeting closed at 13:40pm

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KoFTA AGM

Sunday 16^th April 2007 at the CISWO club Glenrothes

 

Commencing at 1210hrs

Members present: 27

Apologies: Nil

 

1. The minutes of the meetings of 11 Feb 07 and 11 Mar 07 were read out and passed as a true record.

2. Stan Sommers(treasurer) read out the financial report from the previous year which was passed as a true record.

3. John Will requested that a vote of thanks be given to the previous committee for their hard work over the year.

 Carried

 

4. Election of new committee:

Chairperson: John Strachan Snr

Proposed by: Tony Trawinski

Seconded by: Charlie Ewing

Carried

 

Treasurer: Stan Sommers

Proposed by: Adam Wood

Seconded by: George Armstrong

Carried

 

Secretary: No volunteers

George Armstrong stated he no longer wished to continue as secretary as he was finding it harder to attend meetings, but would continue in the interim until the next meeting

 

Minute Secretary: George Brown

Proposed by: Stan Sommers

Seconded by: Tony Trawinski

Carried

 

Vice Secretary: No volunteers

 

The following volunteered to become pub reps.

Ronnie Savakis – Dixon Arms.  Tommy Allan ­– Frazer Bowl.  John Will –  Stanes Dave  McNaughton Snr – Oast House. Tony Trawinski – Hogans Bar.

 

5. George Armstrong read  out a letter regarding the excessive fares paid out by members at the Lithuania trip. It stated that unfortunately nothing could be done, however individuals could pursue this through ABTA.

 

6.1

 Proposed by : Stan Sommers

Seconded by: Dave McNaughton Snr

 

That due to almost £1000 being lost, by the club,over the last two years, it is the responsibility of individuals to purchase their own tickets for forthcoming matches.

 

6.2

Proposed by: Craig Muir

Seconded by: John Will

 

That names for tickets be given to pub reps 2 meetings prior to matches and that tickets and bus money (for non members, if any) be paid prior to tickets being ordered. If money is not paid by then then NO ticket will be ordered for that individual.

 

Both proposals were voted on and members voted in favour of 6.2

 

KoFTA rules will be amended accordingly and must be strictly adhered to.

 

7.

Proposed by: Tony Trawinski

Seconded by: George Armstrong

 

That Tommy Allan be reimbursed the sum of £160.50 for the KoFTA banner.

Carried

 

8. AOB

T- Shirts are still available from Stan Sommers at a cost of £12

 

George Brown showed member examples of merchandise which is available for members to purchase. A full price list is expected to be available at the next meeting.

 

Volunteers are requested to provided items of food for the finger buffet at the annual dance. Tickets for which can be purchased for £5.

 

Tommy Allan addressed the members regarding a non member at the last game who did not recieve his match ticket on the bus or at the Rutherglen Club. Tommy proposed that the member who purchased the ticket be reimbursed the cost of the ticket (£27). The treasurer did point out that there were spare tickets and showed them to the members.

 

Votes for:13

Votes against; 13

The chairperson was given the casting vote and the member will be reimbursed. The chairperson did state, however, that this would be a one off and no money would be refunded should this happen again.

 

There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was closed at 1315hrs. The next meeting would be held at 1300hrs, Sun 13 May 07 at the CISWO, Glenrothes 

 

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 11/03/07 at the CISWO club, Glenrothes

 

Commencing at 1320hrs

Members present:  9

Apologies from: T Allan, G McTague, R Savakis, S Sommers, G Sommers and T Trawinski.

 

The minutes of the previous meeting were held on Sun 11 Feb 07 were read out, however could not be passed as a true record due to the delay in publishing. 

A discussion was held regarding the Georgia game and general travel to home games and amendments to the KoFTA rules to be discussed at the AGM.

 

Payments of tickets and bus travel for the Georgia game MUST be paid prior to the day of travel. This is to ensure that the treasurer does not have to carry vast amounts of cash on the day.

 

George Brown is hoping to obtain examples of items, for sale, with club logos, in time for the AGM.

 

Tickets for the annual dance will go on sale on the day of the Georgia game at a cost of £5.00.

 

It was suggested that Tommy Allan be reimbursed for purchasing the KoFTA banner. This is to be discussed at the AGM. 

T-shirts are “a plenty” and can be purchased from Stan Sommers at a cost of £12.

 

 

AOB

Provisional times for the buses for the Georgia game are as follows

Hogans Bar                                                            0900hrs

Stanes(bus stop Huntsman Road/Julian Road)      0920hrs

Oast House                                                             0930hrs

Dixon Arms                                                            0935hrs

Chapel Level slip road/Lochgelly slip road/Cowdenbeath slip road/Forth Bridge from 0940hrs onwards

 

AGM 

Any items to be proposed at the AGM are to be in writing, with a proposer and a seconder(who must both be present at AGM), to the Secretary no later than Sun 8 April 07. This is to enable the agenda to be typed prior to AGM.

 

Meeting was closed at 1350hrs. The next meeting, being the AGM will be held at the CISWO club, Glenrothes on Sunday 12 April 07 at 1200hrs.

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 11/02/07 at the CISWO club, Glenrothes

Commencing at 1313hrs

John Strachan chairman

Members present

Apologies

George Brown

George Armstrong

 

Discussing the Georgia game agenda 3 buses booked,

Membership Rules: the club has been refused some tickets applied for as members have let their

SSC membership laps and the rule off after being to 3 games on a KOFTA bus they must become a member of KOFTA and also in the rules must join the SSC. Their valid SSC card must be shown to a committee member or their Pub Rep.

Possibility of setting up a Direct Debit to the SFA to purchase set amount of tickets per game.

All ticket money to be paid prior to the SFA cut - off date for ordering tickets.

Tam Allan suggested a list of each Pub membership to be made up and available to that Pub Rep.

Warout Stadium has been booked for the annual dance on the 4th May 2007.

Race Night for raising club funds was suggested in Hogans Bar Lundin Links {Tony Trawinski}

on the 13th April at 8pm.

AGM to be held 15th April at 12:00 in the CISWO club Glenrothes.

Polo Shirts available contact Stan Sommers

Any other business.

John Will, proposed to make members aware of wearing seat belts on buses

Meeting adjourned at 13:55.

 

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 3/12/06 at the CISWO club, Glenrothes

 

 

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KoFTA MEETING

Sunday 15/10/06 at the CISWO club, Glenrothes

 

Commencing at 13:10hrs

Members present  14

Apologies for absence 5

George Brown

Tony Trawinski

Dave McNaughton {jnr}

John Strachan {jnr}

Gary Sommers

Stan Sommers apologised for not having the Sept minutes & financial report available.

Agenda

Kids Xmas Party member Craig Muir to book the Lomond centre for med December

Data Base 

To be updated - membership numbers etc.

Drink on Busses

It was deemed necessary to formally letter two members for drink offences on the bus for the France game verbally warn another for not informing two non members whom he had booked seats for.

It was agreed no raffle prizes of drink would be handed out until the bus returns home to its destination.

RAffle

Members informed that £165.00 was raised at the Rutherglen Club

Fife Hospitals Kidney Support Group {George Brown}.

Rutherglen Club 

It was agreed that any future match taking place at Celtic park that we would continue to use Rutherglen Club

Dublin

A few members indicated there intention attending the B international in Ireland {Kofta Club not to be involved}.

There was a decision taken by the committee members in attendance to sponsor Glenrothes Junior Football Club player Grant McKay for the season 2006-2007 to the sum of £50.00 and Fofta would be mentiond in every home match programme.

A.O.B.

None meeting closed by Chairman John Strachan {snr} at 13:55hrs

Nets meeting Sunday 12th November 2006 C.I.S.W.O. Club at 13:00hrs

 

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KOFTA Meeting

Sunday 13/08/06 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

 

KOFTA Meeting

Sunday 11/06/06 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

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KOFTA  A.G.M. Meeting

Sunday 30/04/06 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

 

1. Meeting was opened at 1315hrs by the then Chairman J Strachan Snr.

21 members present.

2. Proposed by     George Brown

 Seconded by       Gary Sommers

 That the treasurers report read out by Stan Sommers be a true and accurate record                                        

 of the KoFTA accounts for the year 2005-2006

 Carried

 

3. The following were elected as the new committee commencing 01 May 06 for the  forthcoming year:

 

Chairperson          John Strachan Snr

Proposed by         Tony Trawinski

Seconded by         John Will

Carried

 

Secretary              George Armstrong

Proposed by         Stan Sommers

Seconded by         David Yates

Carried

 

Vice Secretary      there were no nominations or volunteers

 

Treasurer               Stan Sommers

Proposed by          George Brown

Seconded by          Dave McNaughton Jnr

Carried

 

Minute Secretary   George Brown

Proposed by           John Strachan Snr

Seconded by          George Armstrong

Carried

 

4. John Will then requested that a vote of thanks be recorded for the sterling work   

carried out by the committee for the previous year.

Unanimous

 

5. There followed a discussion concerning payment of tickets by non-members and it was decided that non-members tickets were to be paid for prior to tickets being ordered. This was to be entered into the KoFTA Rules.

 

6. Tommy Allan then addressed the floor on the following issues

a. Could the treasurer enquire if the club can obtain a “club credit card” to save members using their own when booking an away trip for a group?

The treasurer would investigate this

b. An update was given on the Lithuania trip

c. Tam has details of the Ukraine trip

d. Tommy requested that details of the minutes be hidden from public view on the website. Reason being, if some one is being banned/suspended from the club for whatever reason this should be kept “in house”

It was decided that should this occur, the minutes would be posted in such a way that this would not happen.

 

7. George Brown then updated members on the forthcoming Pro-Am golf tournament. A letter was distributed prior to the meeting and will be posted on the website.

 

8. Proposed by  David McNaughton Snr

    Seconded by  Gary Sommers

That the cost of bus travel for non members to home games be increased to £15 due to the cost being incurred by the club to subsidise extra transport.

Carried

 

9. The chairman then informed the meeting that the ticket and bus situation for non-members would be reviewed in November after the start of the Euro 08 campaign.

 

There being no further business to discuss the meeting was closed at 1405hrs. The next meeting would be held at the CISWO on Sun 11 Jun 06 at 1300hrs.

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KOFTA   Meeting

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KOFTA   Meeting

Sunday 12/02/2006 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

 

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KOFTA   Meeting

Sunday 29/01/2006 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

 

35 Members in attendance, with apologies from Les Yeats, George Brown, Ronnie Savikas, Willie Duncan and Stuart Duncan.

Meeting was held and hour earlier than usual because of boxing tournament in the CISWO .

Main topic of the meeting is the qualifiers for Euro 2008. Tam Allan, has over the last few weeks, been looking at ways to

 travel to various possible destinations. With the draw having taken place, last Friday we now know that Scotland shall play:

France, Italy, Ukraine, Lithuania, Georgia and the Faroe Islands. Tam then read to the members the possible routes, a few

questions were asked and Tam answered.

We wanted to know if any members wanted to book the day the fixtures came out. A form was issued with several options:

1 I want to book for sept and or oct regardless of opponents,

2 I want to book for sept and or oct only if opponents are (they had to state)

3 I will wait until after fixtures come out

Tam is going to arrange a meeting for the coming week with those members who chose options 1 and 2.

Stan then took the chair, he reminded everyone about renewing their SSC memberships, and took  details of

some new Kofta members. Next Stan took names for the home game against Switzerland on Wednesday March 1st.

Next Stan told the members about the Kirin Cup in Japan, 2 members have said that they are interested in going.

Stan issued a financial report to the members, he stated that we must once again start fund raising.

John Strachan the took over. He referred back to the 2008 campaign, and said that for trips where we do not uses a

charter company, a minimum deposit of £50 is needed as  some members will be using their personal credit cards to book flights.

John then went on tell members, that there have been complaints about swearing and drinking on the buses to home games.

The drinking has to STOP, it is against the club rules to drink alcohol on the buses to/from games. Swearing should stop also

 (we know it is hard to do), but members should realize that there are a fair number of children and women who go with

 us to home games.

Next came A.O.B.

The only topic raised was the Tartan Army Gathering at Aviemore in June/July. Several members have already booked

and others took away booking forms. It was once again stated that if members do not want to use their own transport, then the club would help organize a bus if there was sufficient numbers.

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KOFTA   Meeting

Sunday 13/11/2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

 

 

KOFTA   Meeting

Sunday 02/10/2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

 

Tommy  Allan cannot continue as Minute Secretary due to work commitments.

Proposed that a rep from the Ring O Stanes take on this role agreed George Brown will take on this responsibility starting at the next meeting.

Buses and Tickets.

It is important that these are paid prior to the day of the match wherever possible

Three buses leaving for the Belarus game leaving a 09:30am from the Oast House calling at normal pick points, for the next game only one has a toilet this will be discussed with the bus company.

Membership / Visitors

Discussion on the issue of members only travelling on the buses, various proposals were discussed some of these need to be at the AGM.

Non members will be advised at the next game that they will be allowed a period of grace {4weeks} to join KOFTA and the Scottish Supporters Club if they want to continue attending games with the Club.

A short term issue might be to increase the charge for the bus for non members.

Race Night.

£450.00 was raised for the club funds from the race night.

Fund raising events being considered for each pub. Ring O Stanes being given the opportunity to host the next event. Possibilities to be discussed with the pub reps.

Xmas Party.

Will be held in the Oast House on the 18th December 2005 between 14.00pm -16.00pm. Restricted to under 12 years. Consideration for over 12 years outing being explored.

Savings Club.

Proposed that each pub sets up its own savings club. Important that members take advantage of this arrangement as it will help pay deposits for future trips.

ATAC / SFA

At present KOFTA are not members of the organisation.

Possible games in Nov 2005, March and May 2006 if we do not qualify for the World Cup.

AOB:

Advert for members devised by George Brown. to be altered to accommodate all pubs

The draw for the World Cup is likely to be soon after the game against Slovenia.

Think Positive - Start Saving.

Next Meeting:  Oast House - Thursday 13th October 2005 19.30pm

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KOFTA   Meeting

Sunday 11/09/2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

 

Only 6 members in attendance, apologies from Stan Sommers, Tam Allan, Tony Trawinski

Savings clubs: This was mentioned again and will be until they are started

Match tickets and paying for bus seats: It was decided that in future that ticket and bus money will be paid up front. Money  to be paid to pub rep or a committee member who will pass on to the Treasurer. We want to get to a stage where ONLY money handled on match day will be  for scratch cards and raffle tickets.

Toilets on buses. It was asked if we could make sure that all the buses are fitted with toilets. This is because of higher numbers of women and children attending games.

Golf section: Asked for again, should be no problems but need to gauge more members thoughts.

Next meeting Sunday 2nd October

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KOFTA   Meeting

Sunday 14/08/2005 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

 

At the start of the meeting a sheet was passed round the attendees so that they could give us up to date information for our database,

Euro 2008 qualifying group draw will take place in January 2006. Fixtures should be out by March 2006. Tam Allan hopes to have a database of ways to get to ALL countries who are members of UEFA.

Savings club(s), it is recommended that Oast House, Hogan's Bar, Staines and Ciswo members form their own savings clubs as is done by Dixon's arms members. Members were informed that they have approx 8 months to save for airfares etc before we start booking for 2008 trips.

Gerry Mctague is in the process of changing the website. It is taking time due to his work and personal commitments. If any member has photos from games that they want on the website, they have to forward them to Gerry.. Gerry has been asked why the group photo taken outside the Oast House is not on the website. It will be when the site is changed, but to be fair to all members  the committee would like to get group  photos taken  outside ALL the pubs where members drink.  So can someone from each pub arrange to get a photo taken outside each pub while you wait for the bus to the Italy game.

There have been complaints about 2 incidents outside the Glencairn club on the day of the Moldova game. An adult male urinated on the outside wall of the club, and another smashed a glass on the road. Both the individuals will be spoken to as per club rules.

Also can members please note that  that we have women and children on the buses to games. Could we please refrain from swearing.

Members were told the times and pick-ups for the Italy game buses. These will also be posted on the website and on pub notice boards.

There will be a race night held in Hogan's bar Lundin Links, on Friday 23 September. Tony Trawinski will pay for the race night and ALL profits to KOFTA.

Norway away game, only George Brown and John Will from the club are going.

AOB

It was proposed that we have a golf section, this will be discussed at a later date.

Because of the large numbers going to home games and the problem of getting ticket money in, it was suggested that the club get only 2 tickets per member and that if extra were needed for non members they should get their own. This too will be discussed at a later date .

Next meeting  Sunday 11th September

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KOFTA  A.G.M. Meeting

Sunday 10/04/05 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

 

Meeting commenced 13.05.

Acting Chairman John Strachan snr welcomed the 25 members who were in attendance,

apologies tendered on behalf of Gerry Mctague and Les Yeats.

 

Only item pre agenda was last years treasurers report. All members given a copy. Stan

Sommers (treasurer) answered all questions relating to report, Freddy Robb then proposed

 that it was  a true and accurate report and was seconded by Chay Ewen.

 

After this the committee was dissolved and a new one elected:

 

Secretary         George Armstrong

Proposed by    John Strachan snr

Second by        Stan Sommers

 

Treasurer        Stan Sommers

Proposed by   John Strachan snr

Second by       Tony Trawinsky

 

Chairman        John Strachan  snr 

Proposed by    D McNaughton snr

Second by       Ian Speed

 

Minute Secretary    Tam Allan

Proposed by            Stan Sommers

Second by               George Armstrong

 

The six pub reps are as follows:   CISWO            Richard Hogg  

                                                    Dixon Arms      George Armstrong 

                                                    Fraser bowl      Tam Allan

                                                    Hogan's Bar      Tony Trawinsky

                                                    Oast House      Gary Sommers

                                                    Ring o Stanes   John Will

 

Stan Sommers, then explained shortfall in Treasures report from match tickets £535, it was

agreed that ANYONE booking tickets either through Stan or a pub rep WILL BE LIABLE FOR THE COST OF THE TICKET IF IT IS NOT USED.

It was agreed that the honorary member we have 2- will be give free tickets for the annual dance also 2 per pub.

Tickets on sale now at £4 each. Dance to be held on May 28th in the CISWO club 7.30pm until late.

All KOFTA Polo shirts that were ordered are now ready for collection, the price is £12 each.

There are some spare and orders will be taken for more.

Tam Allan the proceeded to inform members about possible trips to the forth coming away games

against Belarus, Norway and Slovenia.

He also explained that there has been a delay in the delivery of the new pin badges, but would be here next week.

Members can order from any committee member, there are 3 designs costing £2.50 each.

Stan confirmed that this years kids xmas party will again be in the Oast House on 18th December.

With the agenda  complete it was on to A.O.B.

Only one topic, Stan has been asked if KOFTA, would sponsor a young girl (Tonja Coe) so she could represent Fife-Scotland in the Special Games in Glasgow. It was agreed to donate £100 from club funds.

With no further business, chairman John Strachan once again thanked the CISWO for the use of their premises

and informed members that the MAY meeting will be on the 8th at 1pm in the CISWO.

Meeting closed at 13.58

 

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KOFTA Meeting February 2005

13/02/2005 C.I.S.W.O. 

 

Meeting opened at 13.10 by John Strachan snr (acting chairperson), with 24 members in attendance and apology from George Armstrong.

Italy trip, members informed about all bookings-flights, trains, hotels and transfers, and that a full Itinerary would be issued to all going to Italy at the March meeting.

Proposed annual dance: suggested date of May 28th. To Be Confirmed

Stan Sommers has ALL the ordered Polo Shirts. These to be collected and paid for ASAP.  More can be ordered if anyone wants.

We still have some of the pin badges for sale. Tam Allan getting a new design made up for a further order.

Fundraising: All ideas to be discussed at March meeting.

Future Team: Names being taken and confirmed for this game to be played  31/5/2005 time and venue TBC

2005 Kids Christmas party: again to be held in the Oast House

Finance report: £2993 in bank. With £920 laid out for Polo Shirts and £180 for Pin Badges

Pub Reps to ask their members about selling  CISWO scratch cards for fund raising

AOB: Dave McNaughton JUNIOR asked about buses to/from airport. Who pays? The committee has decided it will be £10 per member. With no further business the chairperson again thanked the CISWO for their assistance and closed the meeting at 14.15.

 

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 KOFTA Monthly Meeting January 2005

16th January C.I.S.W.O. Club

10 members in attendance apologies from Stan Sommers and John Strachan snr

Meeting opened at 13.10 by Tam Allan

Children's party organizers congratulated on a job well done- Stan Sommers, George Armstrong with a special mention for Cyril aka Santa.

Tam has been looking at trips for Norway and Slovenia, anyone interested to let Tam know ASAP.

Members traveling home from Italy to Prestwick on 29 th March Ryanair flight number FR7343, to inform Dave McNaughton snr or Stan Sommers ASAP so that a coach can be organized, at present cost will be £10.

All members to show their SSC membership cards at the next meeting so that renewal can be verified. The club can no longer supply forms for SSC membership as this has now to be done on an individual basis Anyone wishing to join SSC can do so by contacting the SSC . Phone number  0141 616 6000,  email: supporters@scottishfa.co.uk  fax: 0141 616 6042 or by registering interest on the SSC website www.scotlandsupportersclub.co.uk

Anyone still to pay for club Polo Shirts, please pay Stan Sommers ASAP, as the club is approx. £900 down due to the purchase of the shirts. The new order has arrived and will be distributed at the next meeting, or to pub reps which ever suits.

Graeme Duncan raised the topic of savings account, the club is looking into the possibility but the consensus is that it would be too much work for the committee. Dave McNaughton again said that the preferred option would be for  small groups got together and formed their own savings clubs, this is already done by CISWO and Dixon Arms members.

AOB- NO RESPONSE

Next Meeting on February 13th in the CISWO 1PM

 

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KOFTA monthly meeting November

14 November 2004 C.I.S.W.O.

25 members in attendance

Meeting opened at 13.15 by acting chairperson John Strachan snr., who firstly explained that we are to have regular informal meetings

once a month with the CISWO Club being the venue. He then handed over to Stan Sommers (treasurer) who informed of the bus times for the friendly match against Sweden at Easter Road Stadium , Edinburgh.  He also mentioned that this was the final date for names for the kids Christmas party, which is to be held in The Oast House on December 19th  between 14.00hrs and 16.00hrs. This is for junior members of primary school age.

The possibility of a friendly match against Northern Ireland in Belfast with a possible February date was mentioned. Any members who wished to go are to convey their interest to committee members.

Fundraising: it was mentioned that sales of scratch and football cards was falling behind the target set for each month. It is hoped that members will help the sales of these and help boost club funds.

Polo Shirts: The Polo Shirts are now here and ready to be distributed to those members who had ordered them, new orders were taken. Pin Badges in the design of the Saltire with "Kingdom O' Fife Tartan Army" on the cross are now in stock and available at a cost of £2.50 each.

The Treasurer, also informed members that the last bank statement indicated that we have just under £2,500  with outgoings sitting at approx. £2,000.

It was mentioned that it would be a good idea if each pub set up their own savings account for members who wish to travel to away games. More info on this to follow.

Anyone who wishes to travel to Italy, Belarus, Norway or Slovenia have to see T Allan or D McNaughton snr. No-one indicated interest in traveling to the forthcoming Future game in Germany.

John Strachan, explained that a complaint had been received about persons being left behind in Glasgow after the Slovenia game. George Armstrong to get in touch with complainants, who happen to be non-members.

A reminder that STC membership would be due for renewal in January 2005.

Stan Sommers, informed members that Rutherglen Glencairn Club have donated a Scotland  top, to be used as a prize in a future raffle. He also mentioned that we would be having our annual dance in April or May.

A.O.B.

Dave McNaughton snr, asked about transport to and from airports for the Italy game. This is to be discussed by committee and members informed. Gerry McTague was congratulated  for his work on the website.

Due to various commitments, of members  and committee in December, it was decided not to have a meeting in December. The next meeting is due to take place on January 16th 2005 in the CISWO.

Meeting ended at 13.55

 

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KOFTA  A.G.M.

Sunday 25/04/04 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

Attendance - 26 Members

 Apologies Mr J Strachan. SNR

 Meeting was opened by L Yeats at 13:45.                                                                     Minutes from previous meeting were proposed by R Savickis and second by A Wood Hetty Sommers to be commended for her participation in the Christmas party and G McTague commended for his work on the web-site. F Robb proposed all monies made from the raffle at the annual dance to be given to the Maggie's Centre, seconded by R Hogg, a total of £180.00 will now be donated. L Yeats announced, a total 76 paid up members. J Alying dealt with looking into club logo at Namedroppers, produced a computer copy, £90.00 for logo to be made and £3.00 + vat per usage. J Ayling going to ACA to see if a quote can be better. L Yeats handed over to Stan Sommers to discuss the finances. The club opening balance was £5859.52 and existing balance is £4059.56  Football + scratch cards had been a big earners and hoped the sale of those would continue. Club books had successfully come through audit. Rutherglen donation to be receipted in future to help books tie-up. Non members to asked to  pay for match tickets in advance. L Yeats suggested a Casino night preferably end of August, likely venue to be the Ciswo. A profit of £162.00 was announced from the Annual dance. A £100.00 honorarium was proposed by F Robb and second by P Graham for each committee member. Status quo agreed for chairman {L Yeats} and treasurer {Stan Sommers}. George Armstrong was proposed by L Yeats and second by S Sommers to be new secretary replacing D McNaughton Snr. D McDaid proposed by D Yeats and second by G Sommers to be the the ticket convener. G Farmer new pub rep for the Dixon Arms {was the Wee Cooper}. G Sommers proposed as the new pub rep for the Oast House by S Sommers and second by D McNaughton Snr.

 Meeting concluded at 14:45

 New meeting convened at 14:50 Any other business.

 Les Yeats gave thanks to T Allan, J Strachan Snr, D McNaughton Snr and S Sommers for there services over the past year. S Sommers gave thanks to Les Yeats for his services. Les Yeats proposed to look into changing bank account to the Royal Bank of Scotland. Proposal from C Hogg and second by S Sommers that new members to be proposed and second in the future. All ordered tickets to be paid for by the people who fail to turn up for that game. Members to pay for non-member guest tickets in advance. New rules are to be drawn up and brought to the next meeting to be voted on. Pub rep Tony Trawinsky unaware of meeting. Proposed that the secretary will communicate with all pub reps in the future regarding dates and times of meetings. Looking into the possibility of night safe key, for putting funds in the into on the bank day of the game.

Meeting closed at 15:00

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KOFTA MEETING

Sunday 18/01/04 C.I.S.W.O. club Glenrothes

The meeting commenced at 14.08 with 35 members in attendance, the chairman opened by asking for a first Darren Weeks and seconder Dave McNaughton SNR to approve the previous minutes he then read apologies for absence from the meeting Anthony Trawinsky and Stan Sommers he then continued with the first item on the agenda, being the trip to Wales in February after a short debate it was voted by the 30 members who indicated their intentions to travel to Wales by coach. Departing Oast House at 01.00am with an overnight stay after the match with prices to be confirmed.  Item two was the sale of fund raising tickets, with the pub reps being asked to keep on top of this with special thanks to member Tommy Allan who sold 180 tickets himself. Next came the annual dance {our first} which all members had been informed would take part in the CISWO Club on Saturday the 27th March 7.00pm - 1.00am with a band {Independence AKA Patriots} Buffet & Disco, as the event was being partly sponsored by the CISWO Club it was voted to price the tickets at £6.50. Member Fred Robb stated that the club also had Mini-Buses that could be hired but must be pre booked, the chairman then asked the pub reps and members in attendance for their ticket allocation as it will be first come first served basis to ensure maximum sales {we need to guarantee 150 members to meet CISWO sponsorship} any unsold tickets have to be returned A.S.A.P. Next on the agenda was Scotland friendly versus Romania at Hampden on Wednesday the 31st March, members to inform there Pub Rep A.S.A.P. before tickets go on sale, Tommy Allan also mentioned that we were to play an away match Versus Denmark on April 28th and that several members had already booked to go, any one needing INFO see Tommy after the meeting also our only away match this year in W.C.Q. is to Moldova on October 13th members to be kept informed about any proposed travel. With treasurer absent due to work commitments Les Yeats gave a brief account of the clubs finances he also got an unanimous vote for the club to purchase 75 Welsh Fanzines for the forthcoming match of which a percentage would go to charity.  Under any other business member John Strachan SNR mentioned that we had a terrific website to which member Gerry McTague is due a big thank you for his time and effort, he also stated that members should use there pub reps at all times for booking tickets, seats ETC and not to keep phoning the likes of Stan all the time as he is busy enough as it is. Fred Robb also added that a big thanks was due to all especially Stan wife for making the kids Xmas party such a success, Les then informed the members at this Aprils A.G.M. as well as re-electing the committee two new positions are to be added namely ticket convener and bus convener, he further stated we had nine new applications to join KOFTA to be considered and approved {or not} before the next meeting to which a date has still to be announced. With no other business the meeting was closed at 14.56

Minute Secretary John Strachan.

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KOFTA MEETING

 

03/08/2003 Oast House

 

Meeting commenced 14.06pm with 33 members in attendance, Les Yeats informed the members that nearly every member had received or will have a ticket for the Germany match, He then went on to give hotel and room pairings for the Dortmund trip along with transportation to and from the airports with Tommy Allan to confirm tickets at the 31st of August meeting to be held at the C.I.S.W.O. club where further monies for the hotel and rail tickets will be collected, Les then handed over to Stan Sommers for the financial report to date, he informed us about monies out for Buses etc and the monies in hand and also asked for the German trip forms and ticket money to be handed in after the meeting and then handed back to Les who then asked the members to indicate whether they will going to the forthcoming Faroes and Lithuania games so that Dave McNaughton can order buses for the said games, Les then asked Tommy Allan to inform the members about a discount from Kingdom Kilts for a double hire and also information on the under 21 match in Germany, after handing back to Les we were then told the that kids Christmas party had been booked at Oast House for Sunday the 13th December and that forms were available after the meeting, he also mentioned that the winner of the KOFTA club logo contest was master Robbie Strachan, Les then proceeded with the raffle where once again Tony Trawinsky {Hogan's bar Lundin Links} donated a bottle of spirits which was duly won by member Richard Hogg, we then went to any other business which brought up about members still not being up to date with there dues if found to be still be owing come the next meeting benefits will be withdrawn as set out in the KOFTA rules, the members were also informed that they should be looking to the election of the committee at our first A.G.M. and to look at fund raising and social events for the club, with no other business Les thanked the members for their attendance on 31st August at the C.I.S.W.O. club at 14.00pm the meeting was closed at 15.23pm.

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KOFTA MEETING

 

07/06/03 Rutherglen Glencairn club (Glasgow)

 

Chairman Les Yeats opened the meeting at 11.25am started with a motion for members attending a Funeral to be exempt from paying for tickets, Passed. Proposal to by a Casino Night to hire to hire out, Rejected. Pub Reps to be informed of Hotels for Germany by Gerry McTague. Kids Christmas party - Names to be given to Stan Sommers. Annual Dance - to be arranged. Club crest - Nominations to be voted 4 new members joining at to days game. Minutes from previous meeting are on the WEB - SITE. Rules on tickets that are ordered but not taken, to be clarified. Meeting closed at 11.35am.

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KOFTA MEETING

 

11/05/03 WEE COOPER

 

( 15 MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE )

 

Chairman Les Yeats opened the meeting at 2.05pm and started by telling about our web site which is now up and running (with the address being www.kofta.net) he then handed across to Ian (Stan) Sommers for a treasurers report, Stan informed us that we made a profit of £1,191,80p from our casino night, our repayment of loan to Fraser bowl section is now completed. Outlay for tickets and buses for both the New Zealand  and Germany games now completed (Rennies and Moffat & Williamson). He then went on to confirm that all prizes from casino spin sheets had now been claimed and with that handed back to the chairman, who proceeded to tell the members that all flight information for Germany would be confirmed late July/Aug due to some changes and also that everyone would know their hotel names by the end of May, continuing on he said we now had 52 paid up members off KOFTA and still growing, then going back to the web site he stated that initially the following Lads would run the site, Lee Gourley, Paul Macdonald, Tom Allan and Gerry Mctague and we would welcome any sponsors for financial help in running the site (i.e. £20 per pub) Les also pointed out that we should all help in taking some of the pressure from Stan and that all pub reps should take responsibility for their own booking of tickets and seat numbers before passing this info on to Dave McNaughton, Les then confirmed bus arrangements for the New Zealand and Germany games, N.Z. (Tynecastle 27/05/03)  Oast house 6.00pm, Wee cooper 6.05pm returning straight home, Germany (Hampden 07/06/03) Oast house 9.30am, Wee cooper 9.35am it was also stated that non members would be charged £12 for this match (bus, club admission & tip) mentioned next was could we look into buying our own casino equipment (Les to get info), also brought up was how about involving members children in some activities i.e. xmas party/panto (pub reps to forward kids names) Les also nominated that we have a night out in Nov/ Dec with the band the patriots being mentioned, Richard Hogg to sound out the C.I.S.W.O. club about their hall, Stan then proposed that the pub reps should be given contact cards (Les to organise) with no other business the meeting was closed at 2.55pm with the date off the next meeting to be announced at the Germany match.

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KOFTA MEETING

( INFORMAL )

29/03/03 Rutherglen Glencairn club (Glasgow)

 

Chairman Les Yeats opened the meeting at 11.20am and thanked all members in attendance he then handed over to the treasurer Ian (Stan) Sommers who informed the members about the forthcoming casino night which is to be held on April the 26^th at Pinkertons Glenrothes with tickets costing £4.00 which includes £5.00 starter chips, buffet & disco, Les also asked members if they could sell spin sheets for the same night and that Gerry Mctague would print the tickets, he continued by stating that we were receiving new members to KOFTA every week  and also confirmed to everyone that all flights and accommodation had been booked for the Germany trip, he then asked the members to contact their pub reps  a.s.a.p about going to the Austria match at Hampden, under a.o.b a question was asked from the floor about flight times, names of hotels etc for Germany, the chairman informed that everyone would be kept up to date, he then closed the meeting at 11.45am stating that the next meeting would be on the 11^th May in the Wee Cooper Glenrothes at 2pm.

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